A suspect that had been the focus of a law enforcement search in Macon County, Tennessee is now in custody, according to a social media update from the local Sheriff's Office. The Macon County Sheriff's Office issued a brief statement on their Facebook page, informing residents that "The male subject is in custody at this time. Thank you to the public for your assistance."
Earlier in the day, an advisory went out to the community around 9:20 pm concerning a white male suspect, approximately 6 feet tall, wearing a dark shirt and blue jeans. Reported to be potentially intoxicated and armed, he was last seen on the 3000 block of Old Hwy 52, near Jones Lane. The Macon County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration with the Lafayette Police Dept., conducted the search operation. The public had been urged to stay alert and report any sightings to the authorities.
With the suspect now in custody, the situation appears to have been resolved without further incident. Specific details regarding the arrest or the circumstances leading to the man's initial evasion from the law have not been provided at this time.
