Chapter
The Reign of the Carson Family in the Scott County Sheriff's Department
02:04 - 08:25 (06:21)
Despite one member of the Carson family, who had run the Scott County Sheriff's Department for 22 out of 30 years, being imprisoned on federal drug charges, another member was elected sheriff. Residents still felt they could rely on the department for help.
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The sheriff of Scott County, Tennessee was involved in corruption and drug trafficking and even encouraged drug smugglers to bring cocaine into the area without facing any legal repercussions.
02:04 - 04:32 (02:27)
Summary
The sheriff of Scott County, Tennessee was involved in corruption and drug trafficking and even encouraged drug smugglers to bring cocaine into the area without facing any legal repercussions. He also threatened people by stating that his brother, who later became sheriff, would kill anyone if ordered to do so.
ChapterThe Reign of the Carson Family in the Scott County Sheriff's Department
EpisodeFriendly Fire | 6. Carson County
PodcastWitnessed: Devil in the Ditch
A Scott County resident shares their experience with the long-standing corruption in their local sheriff's department and the relief they felt when the corrupt sheriff lost reelection.
04:32 - 08:25 (03:53)
Summary
A Scott County resident shares their experience with the long-standing corruption in their local sheriff's department and the relief they felt when the corrupt sheriff lost reelection.