Shout out to Deputy Mon Sisamone and Deputy Andrew Montgomery who completed the annual “Honor The Fallen 5K Run” at the Grove last Saturday afternoon. Congratulations gentleman, and thank you for representing the WCSO so well!
For Immediate Release
April 10th 2024
Franklin, TN – The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office would like to express our sincere gratitude to Celebrate Recovery’s Chaplain, Keith Crow, and special guest, singer/ songwriter Dylan Jarvis, for their recent visit to our detention facility.
Dylan shared his incredible talent and personal journey from addiction to recovery through heartfelt lyrics and soulful melodies that really “struck a chord” with both participants and employees.
“It’s so encouraging to witness the positive impact this program and people like Dylan Jarvis have on the men and women in our custody,” said Detention Sergeant Ashley Lindquist. “Dylan’s success story is such a beautiful reminder that with determination and the right resources, they too can overcome challenges and build a brighter future.”
Celebrate Recovery is a faith-based recovery program designed to help incarcerated individuals by providing tools that build healthy habits and reduce poor behavioral patterns such as co-dependency, compulsive behaviors, financial dysfunction, and drug and alcohol addiction.
The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with Grace Works Ministries, is proud to offer Celebrate Recovery as part of our Inmate Reentry Services and Programs.
For more information about our guests visit:
www.graceworkstn.org
www.dylanjarvisofficial.com
Please be on the lookout for a missing youth from Williamson County. Akyla Jazlyn Walton was last seen on Sunday, April 7th, 2024, around noon, leaving her Thompsons Station residence. Akyla is described as a 15-year-old black female with black hair, 5’ tall, 110 lbs. Akyla may be in the Williamson—Davidson County areas. Anyone that may have information as to her whereabouts, please contact the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office immediately. Dispatch: 615-790-5550
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Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Announces
Inmate High School Equivalency Diploma
The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office is delighted to announce the graduation of five incarcerated individuals who successfully obtained their high school equivalency diplomas through our partnership with the South Central Tennessee Workforce Alliance.
When asked his opinion of the program, Sheriff Hughes said, “Correctional education is known to have a positive influence in decreasing recidivism, but more importantly, it improves self-confidence, open doors, and changes lives. You can’t get much better than that.”
This educational Program allows adults who left high school before graduation earn their high school equivalency diploma. Participants take an initial assessment test, receive classroom instruction based on their academic needs, and complete a standardized exam called HiSet.
Program Coordinator Terrie Payne reports that nearly twenty individuals have obtained their high school equivalent diplomas while in custody in Williamson County, a number she hopes to see drastically increase in years to come.
The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office is proud of these men and women and equally as proud to offer this opportunity as part of our inmate reentry programs and services.
Congratulations to each of you!
Photo: Within the first month of assuming his new position, Sheriff Jeff Hughes expressed his pride in congratulating the latest graduates, while also taking the opportunity to speak words of encouragement to those still progressing through the program.
Media contact: Lieutenant Becky Coyle, Administration & Public Information, Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, 408 Century Court, Franklin, TN 37064, Cell: (615) 478-7009 Office:
(615) 790-5570 ex.3220 Becky.Coyle@williamsoncounty-tn.gov
WCSO Citizens Academy #01-024
Congratulations to our newest WCSO Citizens Academy Graduates! We enjoyed getting to know each of you and appreciate your taking the time to learn about what we do!
The WCSO Citizens Academy is a free, eight-week course designed to educate residents and business owners on how the Sheriff’s Office operates. If you or someone you know is interested in gaining insight into the operational strategies of the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office and witnessing firsthand their commitment to upholding public safety, we invite you to enroll in the next WCSO Citizens Academy! Visit our site at WilliamsonCountySheriffTN.Com.
MARCH 21ST IS WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY!
The WCSO Helps to Raise Awareness on WDSD!
Did you know that people with Down Syndrome have an extra copy of the 21st chromosome? In other words, they have three copies of chromosome 21 instead of the typical two. Since there are three chromosome 21s, World Down Syndrome Day is held annually on 03/21!
But why wear crazy socks? Well, it turns out the chromosome karyotype (a picture of the stained chromosomes under a microscope) looks just like striped paired socks! 🙂 So, let’s put on our craziest socks, celebrate what makes us different, and shine a spotlight on awareness for our friends, neighbors, and loved ones with Down Syndrome! 🧦✨
For more information about how you can help raise awareness, visit WorldDownSyndromeDay.org