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JACKSBORO, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF)- Sheriff Wayne Barton reminds you that school is back in session and children are walking, biking, and riding buses throughout Campbell County.
• Slow down in school zones.
• Stop for school buses when their stop arm is extended — it’s the law.
• Stay alert for children crossing the road.
Sheriff Wayne Barton and his staff share their monthly activity report from around Campbell County. This morning, the sheriff is providing a summary of the month of August activity.
During the month of August 2025:
Arrests/Indictments 13 (July 35)
Miles patrolled 47,970 (July 61,243)
Calls for Service 681 (July 1,094)
Civil Process 195 (July 226)
Assisted Motorist 66 (July 129)
Property Checks 2,160 (July 2,415)
Citations 23 (July 36)
Incident Reports 24 (July 57)
Crash Reports 11 (July 18)
Funeral Escorts 28 (July 34)
Transports 31 (July 81)
There were 253 bags of litter picked up across 31 miles of Campbell County roads.
Sheriff Barton appreciates the input and assistance of the citizens to help keep the county safe. “If you have any information that could help us keep our community safe, call the confidential tip line at 423.566-DRUG or my office at 423.562.7446,” said Barton.
“I would like to thank our deputies for providing excellent service across all parts of Campbell County. The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office is working hard to protect and serve our community,” said Barton.
The sheriff offers some driving advice; driving safely shows respect for yourself, your community, and every life on the road.
“Everyone here at the CCSO wishes all students, teachers and faculty a safe and successful school year,” said Sheriff Barton. (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED – 09/08/2025-6AM)