A former Cumberland County Sheriff’s deputy has been indicted following a March incident involving a juvenile in custody.
Danny Ray Stone, 57, was formally indicted on Tuesday by a grand jury on charges of assault and official oppression. The charges stem from an incident on March 7 involving a 14-year-old boy who was reportedly disruptive during a court appearance and was later taken to a juvenile detention facility.
According to the Crossville Chronicle, the juvenile alleges he was subjected to unlawful treatment by Stone and feared imminent bodily harm. Following the report, Sheriff Casey Cox placed Stone on administrative leave and requested an independent investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI).
Stone, who served in patrol and courtroom security during his time with the sheriff’s office, resigned shortly after the allegations surfaced. He voluntarily surrendered at the Cumberland County Justice Center, where he was processed and released on bond.
The case is being prosecuted by D. Michael Donavan. Witnesses listed include TBI Agent Jacob Duke and multiple law enforcement personnel. Stone is scheduled for arraignment on July 8.