By Katie Northcott, News Director
Peterson Media Group received the following statement from Coffee County District Attorney Craig Northcott on July 1:
“On Tuesday, June 30, 2026, Harry Burt was convicted after a two (2) day trial of
Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child, Rape of a Child, Aggravated Sexual Battery and Incest by a Coffee County Jury. Burt was convicted for his repeated sexual assaults on a family member who was under thirteen (13) years old at the time of his crimes.
“This matter was tried before Judge William Lockhart. Upon conviction, Burt’s bond was revoked and he will remain in custody pending his sentencing hearing on November 12, 2026, at 9 a.m. Burt faces 25 to 42 years in custody for his crimes.
“The victim in this case showed great courage in coming forward to ensure that justice would be served. She spoke for multiple other victims of Burt’s to protect them as well as herself from further assaults. Thank you for your bravery and steadfastness through this process.
“The State of Tennessee was represented at trial by Assistant District Attorney Jennifer Craighead. Thank you for your tireless effort in fighting for the truth and the victim in this case.
“Inv. Jessica Taylor with the Tullahoma Police Department was the lead investigator in this matter. Thank you also for your work to bring forward the evidence necessary to convict Burt for his awful deeds.
“Finally, thank you to the citizens that served on the jury and listened intently to the
evidence in a very difficult case. Our justice system does not work without you.”
