Adamsville, Tenn.–The City of Adamsville has responded to findings presented by the TBI Friday, implicating legendary Sheriff Buford Pusser in the murder of his wife, Pauline.
After exhuming the body of Pauline Pusser some 60 years after she was buried, investigators released new information implicating her husband in her death.
At a press conference today, Mark Davidson, District Attorney for the 25th Judicial District, said the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has “produced evidence sufficient to create probable cause.”
He said further that “more likely than not,” if Sheriff Pusser were alive today, an indictment could be presented to the McNairy County Grand Jury for the murder of his wife.
The City of Adamsville released the following statement:
The City of Adamsville acknowledges the recent findings of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation regarding Buford Pusser. While this information is not what we had hoped to receive, the City remains committed to addressing these matters in a responsible and transparent manner.
Mayor Jackie Hamm, in collaboration with the Board of Commissioners, will carefully review the implications of these findings and determine the appropriate course of action with respect to the Buford Pusser Museum and other related matters. This review will occur in a public study session, followed by a public meeting, in order to ensure that all decisions are made openly and with full accountability.
The City of Adamsville values the input of its citizens and encourages community participation in this process. While the legacy of Buford Pusser has been a part of our identity, Adamsville is defined by much more. We are a resilient and united community that prioritizes the well-being of our residents, the future of our children, and the continued growth and progress of our city.