LAKE COUNTY, Tenn. — Austin Drummond, 28, is now on the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s Most Wanted List, suspected in the deaths of four family members and the kidnapping and abandonment of a baby girl.

Drummond’s criminal history is well-known to authorities in Dyer County, where he has previously faced charges and appeared in court multiple times. His record includes gun, drug, and contraband charges while incarcerated.

“He was already on our radar,” said Danny Goodman, District Attorney for the 29th Judicial District. “We had charges, he’s already appeared a few times in our court and circuit court, so we were already familiar with him and his cases.”

Drummond was serving a 13-year sentence for aggravated robbery and retaliation for past actions, which ended on September 1 of last year.

Upon release, he faced new charges, including attempted first-degree murder and contraband in a penal facility.

“Once that happens, he had these new charges pending from where it occurred inside the prison, but once that happens and he is released, it’s no different from anyone else who is on the street and receives a charge,” Goodman said.

When he was released, Drummond racked up more charges. In December, he was reportedly charged with attempted first-degree murder and contraband in a penal facility.

“He’s not a stranger to violent offenses, so he is a dangerous individual, and people just need to take precautions,” said Goodman.

He is considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached, authorities say. If you see him, call 911, 731-415-7962, 731-333-0811 or 1-800-TBI-FIND.

A scheduled press conference is expected to provide updates on the case. WREG will let you know when we hear back.