Hendersonville man convicted on multiple sex-crime counts, faces up to 492 years
Key Questions
What crimes was Matthew Ball convicted of?
Matthew Ball was convicted on more than 12 sex-crime counts, including 10 involving children, occurring from around 2011 to 2024 across Davidson, Dixon, and Sumner counties. Sentencing is pending.
When will Matthew Ball be sentenced?
Matthew Ball's sentencing date is pending. Readers should monitor updates and school notifications for developments.
What other similar cases are mentioned alongside Matthew Ball's conviction?
The case follows a pattern including Russell House's 56-year sentence for child rape in Gallatin on 3/23, and arrests of Owens and Martinez. Data also shows an increase in rape reports in Davidson County.
Matthew Ball convicted on 12+ sex-crime counts including 10 involving children ~2011–2024 across Davidson, Dixon, Sumner counties. Sentencing pending; monitor date, school notifications. Pattern with Russell House, Owens, Martinez.
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Updated Apr 8, 2026