The Wayne County Sheriff’s Department successfully apprehended inmate Tommy Dixon, who had escaped from a work crew on Friday, September 6th. This morning, authorities located him near Tie Camp Road in Wayne County. Sheriff Shane Fisher expressed gratitude to the community for their support during the search and commended the deputies for their diligent efforts in bringing Dixon back into custody. The collaboration between law enforcement and local residents played a crucial role in this swift resolution.

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