46-year-old Melodie Lowe was booked this week on an outstanding summons, charging her with aggravated assault. In June of 2022, a grandmother says she was holding her infant grandchild as she was loading the infant’s belongings into a vehicle when Melodie Lowe suddenly approached the vehicle while being confrontational. Lowe was screaming profanities at the grandmother for reasons unclear. Lowe then reportedly returned to her townhome and stood on her stoop, waving a gun around while yelling at the woman once again.
Day: February 14, 2023
DUI: Destiny Frierson rear-ends vehicle, yells at driver for being in the way
Police say 30-year-old Destiny Frierson passed into oncoming traffic to pass a vehicle on February 11th on Antioch Pike and then rear-ended a truck that was waiting to turn left into an apartment complex. Frierson and her passengers then exited their vehicle and approached the man in the truck they hit and began to yell and scream at him for being in their way. Officers arrived and determined Frierson exhibited multiple signs of intoxication and took her into custody.
DUI: Irving Brown — too drunk to even take a breathalyzer test
When officers gave the breathalyzer tube to 21-year-old Irving Brown at the police station on February 12, he nearly fell over while sitting at the table. A second attempt resulted in his head hitting the table as he was unable to sit up due to his level of intoxication. How did we get here? Brown was initially pulled over for running a red light near the Wedgewood / 65 S onramp. He was slow to stop, and once he did, officers located an empty bottle of el Jimador Tequila at his feet. He reeked of alcohol and performed poorly on field sobriety tests. He was then transported to booking for a breathalyzer.
Jaelen Broyles punches roommate in face twice in TV dispute
21-year-old Jaelen Broyles and Henry Lastrap have been roommates for approximately three weeks. On February 11th, Jaelen punched Henry in the face twice in an argument over the TV. Jaelen was sleeping in the living room, where Henry’s television was located. Henry became upset and told him to watch the TV in his own room, as he didn’t want him watching his in the living room. An argument ensued, escalated to name-calling, and then the punches flew as Jaelen restrained Henry on the floor.
Pearl Newbill assaults the father of her child; refuses to leave his apartment
Deshaun Clarke says he invited the mother of his child, 26-year-old Pearl Newbill, to his apartment to spend time together on February 10. After a period of time, he requested that she leave, and she refused, resulting in an argument between the two. Newbill reportedly became violent and shoved the victim. Clarke contacted his mother to come to the residence, at which time Clarke reportedly “calmed down.”
Dylan Simmons charged in brutal assault of girlfriend in Antioch
25-year-old Dylan Shayne Simmons is charged with the domestic assault and strangulation of his ex-girlfriend, Savannah McClanahan. The January argument reportedly began after he “wasn’t being honest to his parents about their relationship,” according to the victim. During the assault, she says he called her a “bitch” and “cunt” while grabbing and pushing her, causing her to fall back. He then grabbed her throat and took her to the ground by force, and continued to strangle her on the ground for a period of time. Officers documented marks, bruises, and injuries on the victim, and a warrant was issued for the arrest of Simmons, who had fled the scene. He was booked on that charge this week.
Taylor Conyers charged in assault of juvenile neighbor
20-year-old Taylor Conyers faced multiple charges after she and another person knocked on the door of a juvenile neighbor, pushed into the home, and began to attack a juvenile female. The two reportedly “jumped” the victim, punching her in the face before fleeing. Officers arrived and reviewed video doorbell footage of the two entering and exiting the apartment. The argument seems to be over an incident the night before when Conyers was accused of stealing packages that belonged to the victim’s grandmother.
Marcus Ferreira takes out bouncer at The 5 Spot in East Nashville #DownForTheCount
23-year-old Marcus Ferreira reportedly threw a glass bottle at The 5 Spot in East Nashville Friday, striking a food truck. A patron forced Ferreira to leave, but he soon returned. Bouncer Brett Rosenberg denied him re-entry, at which point Ferreira punched the bouncer in the side of the head, causing him to fall to the ground. While he was down, Ferreira taunted him, called him names, and threatened to assault him again. Ferreira suffered a concussion and will miss work for a week. A warrant was issued for Ferreira, charging him with felony aggravated assault. He was booked into custody late Monday.
Drunk and disorderly in East Nashville — Sumedha Sagar arrested
Police responded to a disorderly person at Canvas East Nashville late Monday night and encountered 30-year-old Sumedha Sagar, who was attempting to climb over a fence. She then repeatedly banged on a door, yelling loudly to be let in. She was extremely intoxicated and unable to care for herself. She was transported to booking and charged with public intoxication.
105 mph mistake: Musician Elijah Roise charged with reckless driving
21-year-old Elijah Roise, who you can often catch on-stage at Kid Rock’s Bar in downtown Nashville, gave police chase at over 100 mph Monday afternoon. An officer initially observed Roise traveling at 92 mph in a 55 mph zone and initiated a traffic stop. Speeds reached 105 mph until Roise switched lanes and slammed on his brakes behind another vehicle, nearly causing an accident. He was taken into custody for reckless driving.