Event Brief
Lawmakers discuss prison safety after officer death
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 28, 2026 at 8:20 PM ET
Summary: Tennessee lawmakers met to address prison safety and security after the death of Morgan County correctional officer Dustin Pedigo. They discussed the need for upgrades and new security measures, following the officer’s fatal incident.
WHO: Tennessee lawmakers; Morgan County correctional officer Dustin Pedigo
WHAT: Lawmakers discussed prison safety and security and urged upgrades and new security measures after Pedigo’s death.
WHEN: Sep 28, 2026 at 7:27 PM ET
WHERE: Morgan County, Tennessee
WHY: The discussion was triggered by the death of correctional officer Dustin Pedigo.
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