Two indicted over Cumberland Utility District misuse

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Tennessee Comptroller probe finds misuse of funds and resources at Cumberland Utility District; two former affiliates indicted.

WHO: Tennessee Comptroller’s Office; Robert Patty; Roy Ooten; Cumberland Utility District leadership and staff

WHAT: Investigation found misuse of district funds, equipment, and facilities, leading to indictments of two former affiliates.

WHEN: Jun 23, 2026 at 12:25 PM ET

WHERE: Cumberland Utility District (Roane and Morgan counties, Tennessee)

WHY: The Tennessee Comptroller’s investigation uncovered widespread misuse of district funds, equipment, and facilities due to severe lack of oversight.

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