23-year-old Dominic Larocco was taken into custody for indecent exposure on March 4th. On February 6th, the victim filed a report stating they were driving on the interstate, and Larocco was next to them with his window down, playing pornography from his cell phone mounted on his windshield. They said they then drove off and got into the far lane to exit the interstate, but Larocco followed, pacing his car next to theirs. During this, they observed Larocco winking at them while masturbating. They got Larocco’s license plate from his vehicle and then went to make the report. Larocco was identified in a photo lineup.
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DUI: Luke Bippus has four drinks before running stop sign, tells officer “I am too f*cked up”
30-year-old Luke Austin Bippus failed to stop for the Old Dickerson Pike and Dry Creek intersection stop sign on March 4th. Officers observed this and conducted a traffic stop on Hasty Drive. Officers asked for his driver’s credentials and noticed he exhibited numerous signs of intoxication as he admitted to having four alcoholic beverages at his job. Upon request, Bippus exited his vehicle unsteadily, and officers had to lean him against it to prevent him from falling. When asked if he would do sobriety tests, Bippus replied, “No, I am too f*cked up, and I will fail.” Bippus agreed to provide a blood sample and then was taken into custody for driving under the influence.
18-year-old Joshua Leach jailed during pursuit over possible kidnapping
18-year-old Joshua Leach was jailed on February 28th when police were dispatched for a female who had been abducted by two males in a silver Nissan. The complainant followed the vehicle throughout Nashville. Police intercepted the car and attempted a traffic stop, but it refused to pull over. The police deployed spikes at the intersection of Clarksville Pike and Ed Temple Boulevard. The vehicle was then abandoned, and after a brief foot pursuit, officers apprehended Mr. Leach, who was carrying a loaded handgun. The officers later discovered that the vehicle they were chasing had been reported stolen. Mr. Leach admitted to owning the firearm and being inside the stolen car. Leach also had an outstanding probation warrant. Leach was taken into custody on February 28th for unauthorized use of a vehicle, evading arrest, and weapon possession.
Elmer Oporta-Gonzalez assaults his little brother for arguing with mother
24-year-old Elmer Oporta-Gonzalez was jailed on February 27th for assaulting his little brother. Officers were dispatched to McClellan Avenue for a juvenile with a knife. When officers arrived, they spoke with a victim who advised that an argument started in his room between him and his mom. While they were arguing, his older brother, Elmer, came into his room, grabbed him by the neck, and started to strike him in the leg. While being assaulted, the victim saw a knife and grabbed it. He stated that he had no intentions of using the knife and that when he picked up the knife, Elmer ran out of the room. The victim didn’t follow Elmer but instead stayed in his room. Officers observed multiple scratch marks on the victim’s neck.
Elmer advised that he heard his little brother arguing with his mother while in another room. So, he went into his brother’s room and tried to subdue him by grabbing his arms. However, being subdued only upset his brother more, prompting him to grab a knife. Officers noted that Elmer later changed his story and admitted to throwing himself at his little brother. When officers asked the mother what happened, she said she didn’t know because she didn’t see the altercation between her sons. Due to the observed injuries and the initial statements, Elmer was determined to be the primary aggressor.
Geri Wray threatens to kill boyfriend with hammer, tells him “I’m going to kill you and slurp your blood!”
41-year-old Geri Wray was jailed on February 27th after threatening to kill her boyfriend at their home on McPherson Drive. Bryan Lee Brinkley told officers that he and Geri lived together but stayed in separate rooms. According to Brinkley, Geri came into his room with a hammer in her hand and struck his door. She then held the hammer in her hand and told him, “I have been wanting to kill you for the last three days,” “I’m going to kill you and slurp your blood,” “I’m going to get guys to fuck you up and kill you.” Brinkley then fled the house and called police. When Brinkley returned to the house, Geri returned with a hammer and busted all the windows out of his vehicle. Officers observed broken windows, dents, and mirrors damaged on the car and questioned Geri. Geri told officers that Brinkley came back home and was taunting him, so she used a baseball bat to destroy his vehicles.
18-year-old “Coochie Kicker” David Ridley jailed after assault
18-year-old David Ezekiel Ridley had a domestic incident with his girlfriend, Kaliya Vaughn, at their Burning Tree Drive apartment in the early hours of November 28th, 2023. Vaughn alerted the authorities, advising them that they argued about him smoking a cigarette inside their unit. Vaughn said that Ridley kicked her in the “Coochie” after she asked him to smoke outside, and then he scratched the back of her neck before biting her cheek. Vaughn stated that Ridley broke her belongings while throwing things around the apartment. A warrant was issued for his arrest for domestic assault.
Then, on February 26th, detectives located and followed a stolen, dark-colored Honda Civic behind Green Street, which was a dead end. Four young black males dressed in dark clothing exited the Civic and began to flee on foot, disregarding the officers announcing themselves. Several suspects, including Ridley, were seen running behind Pecker’s Bar and Grill on Hermitage Avenue. Then, officers found Ridley trying to conceal himself in the brush and detained him. Under Miranda, Ridley admitted to occupying the front seat of the stolen Civic. Officers were then notified about Ridley having an outstanding warrant from Davidson County as they identified the other involved occupants, two of them being juveniles. Ridley was taken into custody for domestic assault, evading arrest, the unauthorized use of a vehicle, and contributing to the delinquency of a minor on February 27th.
18-year-old Dorian Preston jailed after stealing Honda Civic, fleeing police
18-year-old Dorian Preston was taken into custody for theft of property, evading arrest, contributing to the delinquency of a minor, and vehicle theft on February 27th. On February 26th, detectives located and followed a stolen, dark-colored Honda Civic behind Green Street, which was a dead end. Then, four young black males dressed in dark clothing exited the Civic and began to flee on foot, disregarding the officers announcing themselves. Preston was seen exiting the driver’s seat, wearing a red hoodie he removed while fleeing. Officers caught him with the help of Metro Aviation and discovered two of the involved individuals were juveniles. Dorian Preston was taken into custody on February 27th for vehicle theft, theft of property, contributing to the delinquency of a minor, and evading arrest.
Dessirie Jones chokes husband during argument over infidelity
49-year-old Dessirie Jones was involved in a domestic dispute with her husband, Alhassan Musah, at the Beechwood Terrace Apartments on February 26th. Jones got into an altercation with Musah after an argument over infidelity in their marriage. Jones got on top of Musah while he was lying in the bed and started choking him. Dessirie Jones was taken into custody and charged with aggravated domestic assault.
Xavier Andrews threatens to beat up roommate during argument
25-year-old Xavier Andrews was booked on February 25th for assaulting his female roommate at Ponder Place. Tonja Bass told police that Andrews threatened to beat her up. A witness who was on the scene during the incident corroborated her statements. Tonja wished to prosecute and would swear out a warrant to that effect. Due to both the victim’s and witness statements, officers took Andrews into custody for domestic assault due to the likelihood the offense would continue.
Elic Page assaults ex-boyfriend, prevents him from leaving apartment during argument
30-year-old Elic Page was jailed on March 3rd for assaulting his ex-boyfriend during an argument on Shurgard Way. Nathaniel Browning stated that he was trying to remove his property from Elic’s apartment when Elic put his hands on him and wouldn’t let him leave. Nathaniel explained that he was moving out of the apartment because he and Elic broke up. Nathaniel stated that Elic forced him onto the bed. When Nathaniel tried to leave the apartment, Elic blocked the door with his body, preventing Nathaniel from leaving. Officers reviewed video footage revealing Nathaniel telling Elic he just wanted to get his things and leave. Then, the footage showed Elic forcing Nathaniel back and slamming the front door shut.
According to Elic, he only made physical contact with Nathaniel when he tried to hug him. A witness corroborated Nathaniel’s story by stating that Elic grabbed him several times and even pinned him against the wall. The witness had multiple videos on her phone confirming Nathaniel’s story. Nathaniel later changed his story and stated that Elic never threatened or assaulted him. Elic was taken into custody and transported to booking.