Cookeville Man Charged With Statutory Rape

A Cookeville man faces multiple charges for allegedly having sexual relations with a 15-year-old juvenile.

Terrence Philips faces charges of statutory rape and contributing to the delinquency of a minor. (Photo: Putnam County)

Authorities arrested 21-year-old Terrence Philips for statutory rape and contributing to the delinquency of a minor Monday.

Officers began investigating Philips after he transported the juvenile without parental consent.

During the investigation, officers learned that a sexual encounter had occurred between the two.

Authorities booked Phillips into the Putnam County Jail on a $31,000 bond.