TBI Investigating after Human Remains Found in Cumberland County

The TBI reports an undercover operation resulted not only in six arrests but also in the recovery of seven potential victims of human trafficking. (Courtesy: WVLT / WSMV)

TBI Investigating after Human Remains Found in Cumberland County

Cumberland County, TN (WOKI) An investigation is underway in Cumberland County after a body is found this week along I-40.

Officials with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation say a Tennessee Department of Transportation supervisor found the remains Tuesday, August 26 along I-40 near mile marker 313, which prompted a response from the Tennessee Highway Patrol and the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office.

The TBI says the district attorney general’s office is also investigating.

TBI officials said a Tennessee Department of Transportation supervisor found the remains, which prompted a response from the Tennessee Highway Patrol and the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office. (Courtesy: WVLT / WSMV)

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