A $10,000 reward is now being offered for information leading to the apprehension, arrest, and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the vandalism and theft of equipment at Franklin State Forest.
Sometime during July 10-14, 2024, five TDA Division of Forestry dozers and one transport truck and trailer were vandalized and damaged, rendering the equipment inoperable. According to early estimates, loss is at least $1 million.
The Tennessee Department of Agriculture said Friday (7/19/2024) that Franklin State Forest will remain closed to visitors while evidence is gathered.
Anyone with information that could help identify who is responsible for the crimes on Franklin State Forest are asked to contact ACU at 844-AG-CRIME (844-242-7463) or agriculture.crime@tn.gov. (Photos courtesy TDA)
