Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Currently underway, a state review of the Knox County Trustee’s Office leads to at least one employee being fired from the agency.

Knox County Trustee Justin Biggs releasing a statement Monday saying that the ongoing examination by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office has “revealed an unfortunate breach to our policies,” adding that as the county’s Trustee, he is “dedicated to ensuring that our operations are conducted ethically and transparently.”

Biggs says his office is cooperating with the state in its review, the details of which have not been released, and one employee had already been fired.

“The cooperation with the Comptroller’s Office will continue as their review progresses,” Biggs said. “I assure you, the citizens, that I will persist in maintaining transparency throughout this process and beyond. My commitment to open and honest governance is unwavering, and I am thankful for your continued trust and support during this time.”

One of the duties of the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office’s is to review the policies and procedures of local and state government agencies and offices.