Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Police announcing Friday afternoon they are searching for a former West High School football coach who’s been accused of sex crimes.
Officials say Richard Scott Shaver, who goes by Scott Shaver, is wanted for four counts of sexual battery by an authority figure.
Police believe Shaver is on the run with his wife in the Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge area and that they might be driving a white Chrysler Pacifica with Tennessee tag 315-BDVN.
Anyone who sees them can call the East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers at 865-215-7165 or submit a tip online. Tipsters can remain anonymous and be eligible to receive a cash reward.
According to the TSSAA website, Shaver worked as an assistant coach alongside Chad Brooks; Brooks himself was recently accused of having inappropriate relationships with current and past students.
