21-year-old Griffin Rogers, on July 23rd, was jailed after police arrived at a single-car accident on the exit ramp of Old Hickory Blvd. from I-65 and found NFD who stated that Griffin, who was notably visibly under the influence of an intoxicating influence, was the vehicle’s driver. Police searched the vehicle and found what Griffin admitted was marijuana, a pipe, a grinder, and a half-empty bottle of vodka. A field sobriety test was conducted after Griffin said that he was not drunk, yet he showed multiple signs of impairment. Griffin later said he had two beers at dinner that night and blew a 0.141% BAC.
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VIDEO: Tourist Sarah Crowe charged with assaulting man for filming in downtown Nashville
22-year-old Sarah Elizabeth Crowe was booked on July 25th after police were flagged down just outside Johnny Cash’s Bar on 3rd Ave. They noticed a crowd forming and arguing, and then they witnessed Sarah punching a man in the face several times. She was pulled away from the victim, Ryan Fisher, and placed into handcuffs to stop her from fighting. Sarah told the police her friend was bleeding from their face when she decided to help. At this time, she saw Ryan recording it all on his phone, and she insisted that he stop; he continued to record, and that’s when she engaged him. Police say that Ryan had visible injuries after Sarah had punched him in the face several times. She also told police that she was drinking alcohol before the event, and police stated that she smelled of alcohol.
Cameron Harris charged with harassment and vandalism after relationship ends
28-year-old Cameron Harris was booked on July 13th after police arrived at Hobson Pike for a domestic disturbance and spoke to the witness, Harris’s recent ex. She said that Harris became upset after she decided to end things with him that day and he arrived at the victim and witness’ residence. He demanded to come inside and called his ex, the witness on the phone, telling her that if the victim did not answer him something would happen to the victim. Whilst inside the ex-girlfriend, the victim heard a loud bang along the door and received a text from Harris saying he would kick in the door. It was noted that there was some damage to the door, valued at $500, with paint missing.
Jose Vargas charged with DUI in downtown Nashville
23-year-old Jose Vargas was driving on 1st Ave near Broadway in the early hours of Sunday morning when officers conducted a traffic stop due to the absence of headlights being turned on. As they spoke with Vargas, it was apparent he was visibly intoxicated. He admitted to consuming one, then five, alcoholic beverages at a bar he had just left with his two passengers. He performed poorly on field sobriety tests, according to Detective Myers; however, Officer Amabile conducted the same tests and stated he did not observe the same indicators of intoxication. He eventually blew a 0.069% BAC on a breathalyzer over an hour after the initial traffic stop.
William Hunt under the influence with a handgun in downtown Nashville
25-year-old William Hunt was the front seat passenger in a vehicle that was pulled over for suspicion of DUI just before 1:30 a.m. Sunday near Broadway in downtown Nashville. Hunt admitted to possession of a firearm, which was in the glove box in front of him. Officers noted a strong odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle, and Hunt admitted to being under the influence of alcohol.
Samuel Wease charged with possessing handgun while drunk in downtown Nashville
21-year-old Samuel Wease was the rear driver’s side passenger in a vehicle that was pulled over for suspicion of DUI just before 1:30 a.m. Sunday near Broadway in downtown Nashville. Officers observed a handgun in the floorboard, which Wease admitted belonged to him. An additional firearm was located in the glove box that belonged to another occupant. Officers noted a strong odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle, and Wease admitted to being under the influence of alcohol.
Bryan Queen too drunk to fly at Nashville International Airport
25-year-old Bryan Queen was denied boarding at the Nashville International Airport Saturday evening when he presented at the gate incredibly intoxicated. American Airlines gate agents say he was unable to stand or hold his balance, prompting them to contact Airport Police. Officers noted his level of intoxication and that he reeked of alcohol. Queen would have been booked on a flight the next day; however, he was uncooperative with the process, repeatedly speaking incoherently and repeating that he was drunk. Queen was transported to booking and charged with public intoxication.
Bailey Belcher drunkenly confronts girlfriend with handgun in waistband
27-year-old Bailey Christopher Belcher was jailed early Saturday morning after a confrontation with his former girlfriend and roommate, Kristen Leigh Peled. Police arrived at their Baby Ruth Lane residence just after 1 a.m., and Peled reported that she was in her bedroom when Belcher attempted to make entry by banging on the door while mumbling some words. She stated he had a handgun in his waistband, which placed her in imminent fear due to his level of intoxication. She ran to the bathroom and locked the door. The officer made contact with Belcher, who still had the handgun in his right pocket, and noted he still reeked of alcohol. He was taken into custody on multiple charges.
Canadian Dylan Living apologetic for buying cocaine in downtown Nashville on weekend getaway
34-year-old Canadian Dylan Living came all the way to Nashville this weekend to enjoy the entertainment district. He attempted to have a little too much fun when he bought cocaine from a stranger in a parking lot on 4th Ave South, behind the bars on Broadway. Officers observed a hand-to-hand transaction and confronted Living, who admitted he had just bought cocaine, and handed it to officers. He was reported to be “very cooperative” throughout the interaction with police.
Randall Forney jailed after interfering with his friend’s fight at Red Door Saloon in East Nashville
29-year-old Randall Forney was jailed Saturday after officers responded to a fight at the Red Door Saloon in East Nashville. Forney became involved in the incident, stating it was his friend involved in the fight. Forney was instructed to leave the area and call for a ride home, but he refused. He was given multiple opportunities to stop interfering and safely go home, but he refused multiple attempts. Due to his level of intoxication, Forney was taken into custody.