Wilson County deputies on Wednesday released photos of 38-year-old John Andrew Swarner as they stepped up the search for the Lebanon man, who authorities say is wanted on multiple warrants that include aggravated vehicular assault and several weapons and driving offenses. In a social media post, the sheriff's office listed Swarner's date of birth as Sept. 16, 1987, and asked the public to report any sightings, noting that tips can remain anonymous.
Sheriff’s Office Lists Multiple Warrants
According to the Wilson County Sheriff's Office, Swarner faces warrants for unlawful removal or alteration of a registration tag; possession of a weapon by a felon; employing a firearm with intent to go armed; aggravated vehicular assault and vehicular assault; two counts of driving on a revoked license; third-offense DUI; and failure to appear on bond related to a Schedule VI marijuana/hash offense under two pounds. The post lists the Warrants Division contact at 615-444-1412, extension 3, for anyone who wants to call in a tip.
How To Report Tips
The Sheriff's Office lists its main address as 105 East High Street in Lebanon and the public phone line as 615-444-1412. The agency also points residents to its online jail portal and "Most Wanted" pages for additional information, according to the Wilson County Sheriff's Office.
Local Records Show Name In Civil Suit
Wilson County court records show Swarner was named as a defendant in a civil suit filed Dec. 13, 2024 (case 95CC1-2024-CV-805), according to the Wilson County Circuit Civil Court docket. The entry lists Lisa R. Messer as the plaintiff and State Farm and John Andrew Swarner as defendants in that filing.
Legal Implications
Aggravated vehicular assault and unlawful possession of a weapon by a convicted felon are felony offenses under Tennessee law, with penalties and sentencing ranges set out in state statute. Tennessee's statutes on aggravated vehicular assault and weapons offenses are codified in TCA §39-13-115 and §39-17-1307, and anyone charged is presumed innocent until proven guilty. See Justia and Justia for the statutory language.
Anyone with information about Swarner is asked to contact the Warrants Division at 615-444-1412 ext. 3 or use the sheriff's online tip portals. The agency reiterates that tips may be left anonymously, per the Wilson County Sheriff's Office.
