The Dyer County Sheriff’s Office announced that Chief Investigator Terry McCreight has received the West Tennessee Criminal Investigators Association's ‘Case of the Year Award’ for his work on the 2018 murder of 18-year-old Daronte Herbert. The Dyer County Sheriff's Office credited McCreight’s leadership and diligence in solving the case.
On November 6, 2025, a Dyer County jury found Deshawn ‘Money’ Gorman and Demauzay ‘Zay’ Jackson guilty of first-degree murder, and both received life sentences. Chief Investigator Terry McCreight, honored with the ‘Case of the Year Award,’ expressed pride in his team and dedication to law enforcement, the Dyer County Sheriff's Office reported.
Dyer County Sheriff Jeff Box praised McCreight and the team for their work on violent crimes, dedicating the award to Herbert’s memory and noting the impact of the case on the community. The effort reflects the sheriff’s office’s commitment to justice and public safety.
District Attorney General Danny Goodman praised McCreight’s work, saying it brought justice to a grieving family and sent a message that senseless acts of violence will not be tolerated. The statements from the sheriff’s and district attorney’s offices emphasize their commitment to protecting the community and upholding justice.
