SWEETWATER, Tenn. (WATE) — A wanted man was taken into custody in Sweetwater by United States Marshals and the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.

The MCSO said Michael Blackwell was found hiding underneath a residence on Old Highway 68 in Sweetwater on Wednesday, August 6. The sheriff's office assisted Deputy United States Marshals in apprehending Blackwell.

"Working alongside our federal partners, our deputies provided critical support in locating and safely taking the suspect into custody. This operation highlights the strong partnerships between local and federal law enforcement and our shared commitment to keeping our communities safe," wrote Sheriff Tommy Jones. • Photo via Monroe County Sheriff's Office • Photo via Monroe County Sheriff's Office • Photo via Monroe County Sheriff

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