Total Reward Reaches $32,500 in Search for Fugitive Austin Drummond

Source: US Marshals Service

Jackson, TN – The total reward in the search for Austin Drummond, wanted on first degree murder and other counts, has reached a combined total of $32,500 for information leading to his arrest.

U.S. Marshal Tyreece Miller expressed his agency’s unwavering commitment to the apprehension of Drummond and praised the collaboration of all the departments taking part in the search, stating, “Our priority is finding Austin Drummond and helping deliver justice for the victims’ families. The combined effort of agencies from every level including the Office of Governor Bill Lee is evidence of our commitment to preserving peace and ensuring the safety of our communities.”

Rewards being offered:

• $10,000 U.S. Marshals Service (USMS)
• $10,000 Tennessee Governor’s Office
• $7,500 Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI)
• $2,500 Dyer County Crime Stoppers
• $2,500 731 Crime Stoppers in Jackson

Anyone with information regarding Austin Drummond’s whereabouts is urged to call 1-800-TBI-FIND.

Recap:
Drummond is charged with Four Counts of First-Degree Murder, Aggravated Kidnapping, and weapons charges in the deaths of four people; ages 21, 20, 38, and 15, in Lake County on July 29, 2025.

TBI is the lead agency. The USMS Two Rivers Violent Fugitive Task Force is assisting in the fugitive investigation.