TLC Star Arrested at Tennessee Safari Park Following Camel Bite that Lead to Drug Bust

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According to the Crockett County Sheriff's Department, Amy Slanton Halterman, star of TLC’s "1000-lb Sisters," was arrested at the Tennessee Safari Park on Labor Day after a camel bite incident led to a drug bust.

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Deputies were summoned to the park in Alamo, Tennessee, on Monday after a visitor was bitten by one of the park’s camels. Upon arriving at the scene, law enforcement officials detected "suspicious odors" emanating from a vehicle occupied by Halterman, Brian Scott Lovvorn, and two children.

Amy Halterman (left) ; Brian Scott Lovvorn (right)Photo byCrockett County Sheriff's Department

The sheriff’s department did not release the identity of the individual bitten or the severity of their injuries.

Both Halterman and Lovvorn have been charged with possession of Schedule I and Schedule VI substances, along with two counts of child endangerment. They are currently being held at the Crockett County Jail.

As of now, no bond or hearing details have been made available. The investigation into the incident is ongoing

Amy HaltermanPhoto byon 1000-lb Sister