18-year-old Keydarius Thomas was taken into custody for aggravated assault on March 5th. On January 5th, officers were dispatched to the Kroger on Gallatin Pike South to speak with Richard Bridges. Bridges advised officers that Thomas approached him during a road rage incident and pulled a gun on him. Bridges further explained that the encounter happened near Ellington Parkway and Briarville Road, stating that he accidentally cut in front of Thomas. This prompted Thomas to follow Bridges to the next intersection and start an argument as he drove beside Bridges. During this, Thomas exited his vehicle and reportedly aimed a black handgun at Bridges before driving off. Bridges followed Thomas, and Thomas produced his firearm a second time. Thomas stopped at Kroger and fled after letting his two passengers out, whom Bridges approached to question about the incident. When investigators spoke with one of the passengers, he stated he did not know Thomas would “do that.” A witness said he saw Thomas hold a machete out of his window at the intersection but would not verify Thomas’ information for police. Officers conducted a photo lineup, and Bridges positively identified Thomas. Keydarius Thomas was taken into custody for aggravated assault on March 5th.
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Jon Muse Iverson punches stepdad, pushes sister down stairs during multiple altercations
20-year-old Jon Muse Iverson had a domestic altercation with his stepdad, Tyrone Patrick, at their Tampa Drive residence in October 2022. Patrick reported that he was notified by his wife, Catina Muse, that Iverson was causing problems. Catina advised Patrick that Iverson was upset because they told him that his girlfriend was not allowed inside the house. Then, Patrick said when he got home, Iverson was unplugging a TV, trying to put it in his room, so Patrick confronted him. Patrick told officers that Iverson was high or under the influence of something and that an argument ensued, which turned physical when Iverson pushed him. Patrick said he pushed Iverson back, then Catina intervened, ending the incident. As Catina stood between Patrick and Iverson, Iverson reached around Catina and punched Patrick in the face.
Then, on March 5th, Iverson had a scuffle with his sister, Tameeka Southern, at the Tampa Drive residence. NFD Medics examined Southern and showed officers a small cut on her head. Medics advised officers that Iverson pushed Tameeka down the stairs outside of the front door. Tameeka told officers she did not wish to prosecute Iverson for the incident. When officers questioned Iverson about the altercation turning physical, he replied, “No, we just had an argument; nothing physical ever occurred.” Iverson added that he was unsure how Tameeka got the cut on her head. Iverson was deemed as the primary aggressor and was taken into custody for two counts of domestic assault.
DUI: Gelilla Lakew blows 0.206% BAC after hitting parked car in Camaro
25-year-old Gelilla Lakew drove her yellow Camaro into a parked vehicle at a Blairfield Drive residence late March 3rd. When detectives responded to the scene, they spoke with the owners of the parked car, who advised them that the driver fled after the collision. Officers located the Camaro in the middle of the road with heavy front-end damage and red paint transfer, matching the parked vehicle. Several witnesses told them that a black female wearing all black, later identified as Lakew, stumbled away from the car as she left. Detectives investigated and discovered the registered owner resided at a nearby Blairfield Drive address. Officers went to the address to conduct a knock-and-talk. Lakew’s mother answered the door and told officers that her daughter was driving the Camaro and that she left it in the middle of the road because it would not drive any further. When they went to speak with Gelilla, she was wearing all black like the description witnesses provided and told officers she was driving home from work but did not remember crashing. Officers noticed she was visibly intoxicated and asked for her to take sobriety tests, which she consented to and performed poorly. Lakew was explained implied consent and agreed to provide a breath sample, which resulted in 0.206 BAC%. Lakew was taken into custody for driving under the influence and leaving the scene of an accident.
Patty Shrum assaults boyfriend during scuffle over beer
46-year-old Patty Shrum had a domestic incident with her boyfriend, James McChesney, at their Thuss Avenue residence in the early hours of March 5th. McChesney advised the responding officers that Shrum had attacked him approximately four days ago. McChesney then lifted his shirt, showing officers the deep scratch marks and bruises on his shoulder. When officers tried to take a photo for evidence, McChesney pulled his shirt down, stating he did not want Shrum to get in trouble. McChesney then refused to provide any additional information regarding the altercation. Shrum told detectives that she and McChesney had a scuffle because she did not want to give him a can of beer. Then, Shrum said they wrestled while she tried to keep the beer away from McChesney, resulting in him getting scratched. Shrum was deemed as the primary aggressor and was taken into custody for domestic assault.
DUI: Trevor Duke crashes into pole after drinking at Nashville Predators game
26-year-old Trevor Duke had a car accident near McGavock Pike and Briley Parkway early March 6th. When officers arrived, they spoke with Duke, who advised that he had swerved to avoid hitting a vehicle and struck a pole. Duke reeked of alcohol as officers asked for his driver’s credentials. Duke then admitted to drinking multiple alcoholic beverages at Scoreboard Bar and Grill, where he works. Duke also stated he also attended the Nashville Predators hockey game and consumed more alcohol there as well. Duke consented to sobriety tests, performed poorly, and refused to provide a blood or breath sample after being explained implied consent. Officers discovered Duke’s license had been suspended, and his vehicle registration had expired in January 2023. Duke was taken into custody for driving under the influence, implied consent violation, driving on a suspended license, and driving or moving an unregistered vehicle.
Jacob Pittman shoots uncle for stopping his suicide attempt
28-year-old Jacob Allen Pittman had a domestic altercation with his uncle, Fount Jones, mother, Jackey Jones, and brother, Chaz Anderson, at their McGavock Pike residence late March 2nd. When officers arrived, they located Fount Jones lying inside, suffering from severe and non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. Officers determined the injuries had come from Pittman, who was uncooperative as they detained him. Fount was transported to Skyline Hospital with two wounds to his left lower abdomen area and one to his left upper thigh area. Witnesses advised officers that before the shooting, Pittman was erratic and violent towards Jackey Jones, who further explained that he had pushed her down and got into her face, which was when Chaz Anderson intervened. Then, Pittman punched Anderson in the face and bit his arm. Detectives observed bite marks on Anderson’s right arm and swelling in his left eye. Officers informed that Pittman acquired the .45 Cal Revolver from the house and put it to his head in a suicidal manner. Then, as his uncle approached to try talking Pittman out of hurting himself, Pittman yelled, “Fuck you,” and shot him three times. Pittman then ran outside with the gun before eventually surrendering it to his mother. When officers were inside the home, they noticed multiple chairs out of place. Witnesses said Pittman had thrown the chairs after kicking in the door, damaging it. Fount, Jackey, and Chaz told officers they did not wish to prosecute Pittman for the incident. Pittman was taken into custody for attempted criminal homicide and two counts of domestic assault.
DUI: Andrew Grisham drives into wood line near Old Hickory Boulevard after drinking
26-year-old Andrew Blake Grisham drove off the road and into the wood line near Old Hickory Boulevard and Ridgelake Parkway in the early hours of March 6th. When detectives arrived, Grisham emerged from the wood line and advised them he was driving the vehicle. Officers noticed Grisham exhibited signs of intoxication as he refused to do sobriety testing and provide a breath or blood sample. Grisham was taken into custody for driving under the influence and implied consent.
Jeffrey Cotton booked after speeding on I-40 in Cadillac Escalade
39-year-old Jeffrey Cotton was observed by officers speeding on I-40 on October 14th. Cotton was seen in a black 2008 Cadillac Escalade doing 85mph in a 70mph zone. Jeffrey Cotton was booked on the citation on March 2nd.
Derrick Gore shoots father in chest during altercation, tells him “You think I won’t shoot you?”
31-year-old Derrick Gore had a domestic altercation with Dale Gore in their apartment unit at Village on The Green on Ed Temple Boulevard in the early hours of February 29th. A witness, Ivy Moore, alerted the authorities, advising them that Dale Gore, her son, had been shot. When officers arrived, Dale was suffering from severe and non-life-threatening gunshot wounds to his right shoulder, upper right chest, and lower left abdomen. Dale was transported to Vanderbilt Hospital. Moore further explained to officers that the three of them were inside the residence on February 29th. Moore stated she heard two gunshots, walked outside, and saw Derrick pointing a gun at Dale, saying, “You think I won’t shoot you?” Moore said Derrick left before the officers arrived. Derrick Gore was taken into custody for attempted criminal homicide on March 3rd.
DUI: Anthony Davis drives with no vehicle lights on after one margarita
58-year-old Anthony Davis was seen traveling on Old Hickory Boulevard West without his vehicle lights on March 2nd. An officer initiated a traffic stop and made contact with Davis, who admitted to drinking a single margarita. Davis consented to sobriety tests, performed poorly, and then requested to use a breathalyzer. His BAC was .060%, but the test was taken an hour after the initial stop. The officers conducted a probable cause search of his vehicle and located several small liquor bottles. Anthony Davis was taken into custody and charged with driving under the influence and open container.