The son of a former Marine has been charged in his father’s death in Roane County. According to a release by 9th District Attorney General Russell Johnson, the body of 78-year-old Donald Woods was found at his home Saturday, February 6 by Oliver Springs Police conducting a welfare check. The deceased was discovered on the floor of his bedroom. He was handcuffed and plastic shopping bags had apparently been placed over his head and duct-taped around his neck. The autopsy report states he died from asphyxiation. Following an investigation, the deceased’s son, David John Woods, Sr. was taken into custody on outstanding charges from Anderson County. The Grand Jury returned the indictment presented by General Johnson’s office against David John Woods, Sr. on premeditated murder, felony-murder, robbery and theft of property $1,000-$2,500. David Jones, Sr.’s bond was set at $500,000. Arraignment has been scheduled for Monday, February 22, 2021. David John Woods, Sr. was served with his capias on the indictment at the Anderson County Jail on Wednesday, February 10, 2021.
Son Charged In Death Of Roane County Man
Feb 10, 2021 | 8:20 PM