In an appeal to the public, the Williamson County Sheriff's Office has turned to its social media platforms to request assistance in solving a theft case involving two high-value chainsaws. The theft occurred on April 29, 2025, when an individual unlawfully seized two Stihl 500i chainsaws, each with an estimated value of $1,700, from a location on Pinewood Road near Franklin. The Williamson County Sheriff's Office shared this incident in a Facebook post dated August 16th, 2025.
The post humorously states that someone decided to "branch out" into the wrong line of work, but quickly transitions to a call for help in identifying the blurry figure captured in the provided photos. Despite the image quality, the office is hopeful that someone might recognize the suspect through their distinct stride, shoes, or clothing. "We know, the photos are blurry, not quite 'Bigfoot caught on a flip phone' bad, but maybe you'll recognize the unusual stride, shoes, clothing, or something else that makes this guy stand out," the post reads.
Authorities have provided contact details for anyone with potential leads. Detective David Reiman can be reached via email at [email protected] for information regarding the suspect or the whereabouts of the stolen chainsaws. Additionally, tips can be given anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers of Williamson County at 615-794-4000 or by scanning the QR Code accompanying the original post.
The Sheriff's Office is utilizing hashtags like #WCSOTN, #WhoSawTheSaw?, and #BuzzOffBandit to drive engagement and spread awareness of the case through social media channels. The theft of these chainsaws not only represents a significant financial loss to the owner but also an encroachment on one’s livelihood, as tools such as these are often essential for work in trades like arboriculture and landscaping. "Together we can take this thief down — Timber! (I know… I just can’t stop.)," the post concludes, not being able to resist ending on a lighthearted note.
