Michaela Richards bites MNPD officer in the leg, attempts to assault others during arrest

Michaela Richards bites MNPD officer in the leg, attempts to assault others during arrest

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Metro Nashville Police officers working the Entertainment District Initiative in downtown Nashville early Sunday morning were flagged down for a fight near 2nd & Broadway.25-year-old Michaela Richards had approached a vehicle in the roadway and punched the window. Witnesses say she then shoved another female on the sidewalk. Officers say they “corralled” her and took her into custody for public intoxication. While waiting for entry into the jail, Michaela bit an officer on the leg, causing an injury, attempted to bite two more, kicked an officer in the face, and attempted to headbutt an officer. 

Michaela Richards (MNPD)
Michaela Richards (MNPD)

Michaela G. Richards of Riverland Drive in Nashville, TN, was booked into the Metro Nashville Jail on December 18th, charged with public intoxication and assault of a first responder. A judicial commissioner set her bond at $25,100.

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