A misdemeanor assault charge against Crossville Police Detective Tyrel Lorenz was dismissed last week in Cumberland County Criminal Court.

Lorenz had been accused of using excessive force during the arrest of Anthony Jorge Corson, 33, in June of 2024. Corson was being investigated for violating the sex offender registry. Lorenz’s attorney had planned to call a police training expert to testify that Lorenz’s actions were justified.

Corson, who has a criminal history that includes a 54-month prison sentence for incest and solicitation, was reportedly uncooperative during the arrest. A TBI investigation led to Lorenz’s indictment in August, and he was suspended pending the outcome. Police Chief Jessie Brooks says Lorenz will be reinstated following a brief recertification and review period.