Athens Man Receives One of the Longest Sentences in State History in Child Sex Abuse Case

Tennessee man receives one of the longest criminal sentences in state’s history

An Athens man was given 10 consecutive life sentences with an additional 16 years in prison for near 30 child rape and exploitation charges.

TN man receives 10 consecutive life sentences in child sex abuse case

An Athens man has been given one of the longest criminal sentences handed down in the State of Tennessee in a child sex abuse case.

UPDATE: Athens man receives one of the longest sentences in TN history in child sex abuse case

Kenterrius McGuffie is slated to serve 10 consecutive life sentences without patrole, plus an additional 16 years in prison, according to a statement from the 10th Judicial District Attorney's Office.

Athens man receives one of the longest sentences in state history in child sex abuse case

A 29-year-old man from Athens received 10 life sentences plus 16 years for child sex crimes, marking one of Tennessee's toughest punishments.