On February 12, 2025, a collaborative effort involving the Giles County Sheriff’s Department, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Homeland Security, and the Pulaski Police Department culminated in the execution of a search warrant on Sunset Drive in Pulaski. This operation was part of an ongoing investigation into the sexual exploitation of a minor, aimed at gathering crucial evidence related to the case.
During the search, authorities seized a variety of electronic devices and storage media, which are expected to play a significant role in the investigation. As a result of the operation, 40-year-old Tyler Palma Petty was arrested and subsequently charged with three counts of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor, along with one count of Aggravated Sexual Exploitation of a Minor.
This investigation remains active, and law enforcement officials anticipate that additional charges may be forthcoming as they continue to delve deeper into the case. The Giles County Sheriff’s Department is a dedicated member of the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Program (ICAC) and is committed to the relentless pursuit of individuals who exploit children.
Authorities urge anyone with information regarding child abuse, sexual exploitation, child pornography, or any other crimes against minors to reach out to the Giles County Sheriff’s Department at 931-363-3505. Your assistance could be vital in protecting vulnerable children in the community.
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