24-year-old “Jah Jah” was on a bench with a glass pipe at Public Square Park around 2:30 p.m. on August 29th. Patrolling officers observed the male, who identified himself only as “Jah Jah,” and approached him. During their interaction, officers noticed an unknown crystal substance inside the pipe. The police found a similar substance inside a folded paper in Jah’s possession. Initially, officers were going to cite him for the occurrence. However, due to him being uncooperative and providing false identification, they detained him. DCSO deputies could not find any identification for him because it was possibly his first time being arrested. “Jah Jah” was taken into custody for the unlawful use of drug paraphernalia and criminal impersonation.
Tag: Drug Paraphernalia
Matthew Thomas caught trying to light glass pipe at Public Square Park
34-year-old Matthew Robert Thomas was seen trying to light up a glass pipe at Public Square Park on July 9th. The police report stated that when Thomas observed officers, he tried to hide the pipe. Then, when officers asked him what was in his hand, he handed them a glass pipe. Thomas was cited for the occurrence that day. Thomas was later booked on the citation of drug paraphernalia on August 24th.
Austin Lucas threatens Taco Bell manager with gun, leads police on high speed chase in Infiniti Q50
22-year-old Austin Lucas caused a disturbance at the Old Hickory Boulevard Taco Bell on July 28th. John Davis, the manager at the location, told officers that Lucas entered the establishment to pick up an order and asked for a water cup. Then, Davis further explained that he asked Lucas if he was a paying customer, which angered him. After this, Davis started video recording the incident, which caused Lucas to become more agitated. Lucas can be heard on the video saying, “Put that phone in my face again and watch how quick this Glock come out homie!” At that moment, Lucas can be seen grabbing a Glock handgun tucked in the right side of his waistband. Davis can also be heard reacting to the weapon in the video. Davis told officers that this put him in fear of bodily injury. The police identified Lucas via the footage and discovered he was currently the respondent to an order of protection that prohibited him from possessing a firearm. Arrest warrants were then issued for his arrest on August 1st.
A few days later, on August 9th, detectives observed an Infiniti Q50, Lucas’ vehicle, parked outside a Market Square Court residence. Then, they noticed a white male, later identified as Lucas, walking to the Q50 and entering the driver’s side. Officers then attempted to speak with him before he sped away from them. Detectives utilized air assets and followed the Q50 until Lucas stopped the vehicle. He then started fleeing on foot while carrying a duffle bag. Responding units set a perimeter and requested K9 units to the area. When K9 units arrived, they located Lucas hiding in a nearby storage shed, where officers detained him. During a subsequent vehicle search, detectives discovered $800 in cash, 16 Oxycodone pills, and a baggie of marijuana. Then, officers searched Lucas’s flight path and found the duffle bag, which contained multiple bags of marijuana, a digital scale, and loose plastic baggies. The total amount of marijuana was 173.5 grams. Lucas was then taken into custody for two counts of felony possession, evading arrest with a motor vehicle, evading arrest, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of a firearm with an order of protection, and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon on August 11th.
Latoya Hunt caught with pipe under John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge
45-year-old Latoya Hunt was seen underneath the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge on 2nd Avenue South on August 1st. While observing Hunt, officers noticed that she was holding a glass pipe with a dark residue. When officers approached Hunt, they observed several signs of impairment and asked her for identification. Hunt was unable to provide any satisfactory means of ID and was deemed a danger to herself. Hunt was taken into custody for public intoxication and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Jemiya Dandridge shoots gun at woman during argument, caught with 7 grams of “burnt blunts”
18-year-old Jemiya Annae Dandridge had an altercation with Jayla Shephard at her Jason Drive residence on July 15th. Shephard called 911, advising that Dandridge came to her house to fight another female. She added that while Dandridge argued with the other woman, she pointed a small black pistol at her. Shephard said that when Dandridge was leaving, she fired a single round, which made Shephard fear for her safety. After Shephard alerted the authorities, responding officers observed Dandridge driving in a black Dodge Charger on Una Antioch Pike. Officers conducted an investigative stop, where Dandridge was Mirandized and detained. Shortly after, officers performed a “show-up” and positively identified Dandridge as the person in question. Officers then noticed a handgun inside a large purse in the front passenger seat that had a bag of marijuana in it, which Dandridge claimed was hers. During a subsequent search, officers discovered two additional bags of marijuana, weighing approximately 15 grams, inside a small black purse with $294, multiple packs of rolling papers, and 7 grams worth of “burnt blunts.” Dandridge was taken into custody for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, felony possession, weapon possession with intent during an offense, and unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.
18-year-old Danquiz Moore caught with cocaine & handgun during traffic stop
18-year-old Danquiz Moore rode as a passenger in a Hyundai Sonata that the police pulled over on Dickerson Pike near Queen Avenue late July 9th. During the traffic stop, they discovered the driver was 18 years old as they observed several tobacco products throughout the vehicle. Officers then had everyone exit the vehicle and detained them. When officers searched the Hyundai, they discovered a plastic baggie with about 18 grams of marijuana, another baggie with approximately 5 grams of cocaine, and two digital scales. Officers also discovered a Citadel 9mm handgun on the floorboard where Moore was sitting. Additionally, officers found tobacco products in Moore’s pocket. Moore was taken into custody for unlawful drug paraphernalia, underage nicotine possession, two counts of possession with intent, and firearm possession during a dangerous felony on July 10th.
Jared Kleinert passes out in Vanderbilt Medical Center restroom after taking unknown drug
38-year-old Jared Kleinert was seen unconscious and intoxicated at Vanderbilt Medical Center East on July 3rd. When officers arrived, they observed Kleinert unconscious on the restroom floor. When Kleinert gained consciousness, officers discovered a used syringe containing blood underneath his body. Kleinert was unable to stay awake and sit up properly on the toilet. Kleinert continuously leaned forward between his legs while on the floor so officers could not question him about the syringe. When Kleinert woke up, he was identified by his name and date of birth. Kleinert then admitted to officers that he took an unknown drug while using the bathroom. Kleinert stated that he was discharged from Vanderbilt Medical Center earlier in the morning. He added that he was attempting to go to Vanderbilt Medical Center East to pick up his prescription. Due to his condition, officers deemed he was a danger to himself, so he was taken into custody for public intoxication.
DUI: Raul Martinez smokes right before officers catch him with 5 grams of marijuana
22-year-old Raul Martinez was caught driving under the influence in the parking lot of a supply store near Oldham Street on June 6th. Officers observed the vehicle in the parking lot and approached the vehicle but noticed a strong smell of marijuana coming from the vehicle. Officers then made contact and asked Martinez why he was parked there, to which Martinez stated he was driving around town and stopped in the parking lot. Martinez admitted to officers that he was smoking marijuana inside the vehicle. Officers then proceeded to search the vehicle, and officers located 5.97 grams of marijuana, a glass pipe, and a digital scale. Officers then asked Martinez when the last time he smoked was. Martinez admitted to smoking right before officers arrived on the scene and spoke with him. Based on the smell of the marijuana, officers finding paraphernalia, and Martinez’s admittance, officers determined he was under the influence of marijuana while operating a motor vehicle. Martinez was taken into custody for possession, DUI, and unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.
Keith Caldwell Jr. attacks baby-momma after scrolling through her Facebook messages
28-year-old Keith Bernard Caldwell Jr. had an altercation with the mother of his child, Ciauna Washington, on the afternoon of May 7th. Washington called officers to a Safe Harbor Drive residence, advising them that Caldwell Jr. wanted to play a game on her phone, so he grabbed her phone. Caldwell Jr. then scrolled through her Facebook messages before throwing her phone onto the ground. Then, he confronted Washington, punched her in the face repeatedly, and wrapped his arm around her neck. Caldwell Jr proceeded to strangle her, hindering her breathing until he released her. Washington said when she exited the apartment, Caldwell Jr. grabbed her and threw her into a wooden fence. Officers noticed she had visible injuries from the incident, so they called an ambulance to check on her well-being. Then, medics transported her to Skyline Hospital. A warrant was issued for Caldwell Jr.’s arrest.
On May 27th, patrolling officers observed a black Lincoln sedan traveling on Donelson Pike with a tinted windshield and darker-than-legal tinted windows. When officers got closer to the Lincoln, they noticed a dark-tinted license cover obstructing the view of the license plate. Officers initiated a traffic stop near the I-40 East entrance ramp. While approaching, officers noticed a strong odor of marijuana and spoke with the driver, Caldwell Jr. Officers later discovered Caldwell Jr. had a suspended driver’s license and an active warrant. He consented to a search of his vehicle, during which officers located 31 grams of marijuana next to an empty vacuum-sealed bag, 13 grams of methamphetamine and fentanyl divided into three smaller amounts, as well as a digital scale under the driver’s seat. Caldwell Jr. was taken into custody for driving with a suspended license, possession of a controlled substance with intent, unlawful use of drug paraphernalia, felony possession of Fentanyl, felony possession of marijuana, and aggravated assault.
DUI: Jacob Segroves found slumped over his steering wheel after taking cocaine
29-year-old Jacob Scott Segroves was taken into custody for driving under the influence-2nd offense, and the unlawful use of drug paraphernalia on May 21st. Around 5:04 p.m., Timothy Howell, a motorist, flagged deputies down after observing Segroves slumped over the steering wheel near the Donaldson Pike and Knapp Boulevard intersection. When officers arrived, they spoke with Howell, who advised them he was behind Segroves in traffic when he noticed he was not progressing with the flow of traffic. Howell stated he then pulled in front of Segroves’ car and started knocking on the window, trying to wake him up, but was unable to. Officers then woke up Segroves and had him exit his vehicle. Due to his condition, officers alerted the medics, but when they got there, he refused medical treatment. Afterward, Segroves allowed officers to search his car, during which they located two small clear baggies with a white powdery substance, later identified as cocaine. While being questioned about his medical history, Segroves told officers he had taken an “unknown substance,” causing him to fall into an unconscious state. Segroves then consented to sobriety tests, performed poorly, and was detained for the occurrence.