23-year-old Adrian Arrowood was stopped by Officer Parlato for attempting to drive down a road that was blocked off. The officer said Adrian hit bike lane markers before he pulled him over and asked for backup. The officers that arrived spoke with Officer Parlato then they spoke to Adrian. They said that Adrian smelled of alcohol and told them he had “two or three beers” at a karaoke bar with his friend before driving. He then told police that he “had made a mistake,” which police asked what he meant by that, and he said he was “probably too drunk to drive.” After showing clear signs of intoxication during sobriety tests, Adrian was arrested for DUI and consented to a blood draw.
Day: August 7, 2023
Richard Morris charged with DUI after drinking and smoking marijuana
27-year-old Richard Morris was charged with DUI after police found him at the scene of an accident where his car hit a pole. He told police that he was too busy paying attention to his phone and he veered off West End Ave. Police said that Richard smelled strongly of alcohol when they were talking to them. Richard said that he smoked marijuana and had two daiquiris earlier that Saturday. He performed poorly on the sobriety tests police administered; they said he showed visible signs of intoxication and refused to give a blood sample. However, Richard did consent to a breathalyzer test in which he blew a 0.000% BAC. Police described his pupils as being heavily dilated in a well-lit room.
Drunk Illinois man Charles Hall knocks child to the ground at Nashville Airport
42-year-old Charles Hall, of Illinois, was refused boarding of an airplane at Nashville International Airport Saturday afternoon after airline employees observed him knock a child to the ground while standing in line due to his drunkenness. While waiting for another flight, Hall went to an airport bar and consumed more alcohol until the bartenders refused to serve him anymore. He caused a commotion, and airport police responded and noticed his extreme level of intoxication. He was given the chance to take a car service to a hotel but refused all offers of assistance. Hall was taken into custody and transported to booking.
Nashville drag queen ‘Britney Banks’ jailed for punching husband Ryan in face (Chase Brisentine)
40-year-old Chase Brisentine, better known as Nashville’s very own “Glamazon” drag queen “Britney Banks,” was jailed early Sunday morning after punching his husband, Ryan Brisentine, in the face. The two were driving home from a friend’s house when they got into a verbal argument. Ryan, who was driving, said Chase then punched him in the face multiple times. Officers documented visible injuries to Ryan’s face. Chase admitted to the assault, stating he “got annoyed” with his husband, so he punched him.
Mario Greer charged in sexual assault of hotel employee where he worked as a valet
25-year-old Mario Greer is accused of sexually assaulting an employee of the Embassy Suites Hotel in downtown Nashville, where he worked as a valet. The victim says that on March 5, Greer, who she only vaguely knew as someone who worked in the building, followed her into the service elevator after her lunch break. She says he put her in a “bear hug” from behind and she could feel his erect member through his pants. He reportedly fondled her breasts and buttocks before she was able to break away. Officers documented bruising on her arm, and a warrant was issued for Greer’s arrest.
Darius Harris jailed after carrying firearm in downtown Nashville while using drugs & drinking
26-year-old Darius Xavier Harris was a Margaritaville in downtown Nashville Friday night with female companions and a gun tucked into a holster on his waistband. Throughout the night, Harris indulged in the use of narcotics and alcohol, and as they were leaving the venue, one of the women took his gun from him and secured it in her possession due to his level of intoxication. A concerned citizen had observed Harris with the gun and contacted police, who arrived to find them on the sidewalk. As they secured the weapon, Harris became increasingly intoxicated and appeared to be overdosing. He was treated with Narcan and became coherent again. Officers attempted to issue him a citation, but he refused to sign it.
Ryan Keesecker charged with DUI after leaving SoundWaves with wife and child
28-year-old Ryan Keesecker was involved in a rear-end accident on Opryland Drive Sunday evening, and first responders alerted police that he was visibly intoxicated. His wife and child were passengers in the vehicle. Officers made contact with Keesecker, who admitted to consuming “two or three beers” at the waterpark they had just left. He performed poorly on field sobriety tests and stopped multiple times during them to talk about his marching band experience. He was taken into custody and charged with DUI with a child. His wife, Destany Keesecker, was initially taken into physical custody but was later released.
Adam Bozeman jailed after fight in downtown Nashville
25-year-old Adam Bozeman was observed fighting with two other individuals in the middle of the intersection at 3rd & Broadway in the early hours of Sunday morning in downtown Nashville. He swung at one of the individuals with a closed fist and missed. The victim then stepped up and pushed Bozeman back onto the ground. As Bozeman started the altercation, he was taken into custody and charged with disorderly conduct. The victim didn’t wish to prosecute for the assault.
DUI: Aymin Mechel jailed after crashing into a parked vehicle
40-year-old Aymin Mechel was found at the scene of an accident with his vehicle and another parked vehicle. Police spoke to Aymin, who, per the report, reeked of cologne, was unsteady on his feet, and had bloodshot eyes. While speaking to Aymin, police noted that his breath smelled of alcohol. Aymin told police that he hit the parked car and consented to do sobriety tests. After the first test, when he showed clear signs of intoxication, he refused to continue to do tests and argued with the officer. After he was placed into custody, he refused to consent to a breathalyzer or a blood draw. In booking, he admitted to police that he was intoxicated during the accident.
Gabriel Kuhn bounced from Whiskey Row in downtown Nashville
28-year-old Gabriel Kuhn was asked to leave Whiskey Row on Broadway in downtown Nashville in the early hours of Sunday morning. Kuhn refused to leave, despite multiple attempts. MNPD officers arrived at the scene and noted Kuhn’s extreme level of intoxication. He was given the opportunity to contact friends to retrieve him but was unable to do so. He was then transported to booking and charged with public intoxication.