Brandon Burley

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Author Bio

A retired detective, Brandon Burley is a criminal justice educator and public policy writer based in Tennessee.

February 19, 2026

The worldwide spread of N-propionitrile chlorphine

A little-known synthetic opioid most Americans have never heard of is now appearing in forensic laboratories across North America and Europe. In many jurisdictions, it is not routinely included in toxicology panels. N-propionitrile chlorphine, also known as cychlorphine,…

February 2, 2026

Tennessee’s immigration crime reports; what they mean and what they don't resolve

Over the past year, Tennessee’s immigration crime reports have become a political Rorschach test. Supporters cite them as evidence that the state is finally being transparent about public safety. Critics argue the numbers are being…