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Flock camera in New Jersey helps lead to arrest of Tennessee man wanted in connection to child rape charge, sheriff’s office
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Ansley Graves , as published by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· August 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The individual's information had been shared with law enforcement agencies, which led to his arrest.
A Tennessee man is in custody after being apprehended in New Jersey. He was wanted in connection with a serious offense. The individual's information had been shared with law enforcement agencies, which led to his arrest.
The man's vehicle was spotted in the Fanwood area, prompting a traffic stop. An officer made the arrest after receiving an alert. Further details about the case are available from the sheriff's office, including the circumstances surrounding the man's charges.
The incident involved a child and led to a warrant being issued in Jefferson County.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 9, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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