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WhistlinDiesel Arrested in Tennessee on Sales-Tax Evasion Charge Tied to Ferrari F8

The case highlights Tennessee’s scrutiny of Montana-registered supercars.

Overview

  • The Williamson County indictment alleges a willful attempt to evade state sales tax of $500 or more on a 2020 Ferrari F8 Tributo.
  • Jail staff and inmate records in Williamson County confirmed Cody Detwiler’s arrest and booking this week.
  • Detwiler posted his mugshot and arrest photos on Instagram, calling the arrest “100% real” and writing, “I didn’t do ANYTHING.”
  • The Ferrari appeared with Montana plates in a 2023 viral video, and WhistlinDiesel LLC is reported as Montana-registered.
  • Reported bond amounts conflict across outlets—$20,000, $200,000, and $2,000,000—while arraignment is scheduled for Nov. 19 in Williamson County.