20-year-old Nicholas Kellum was caught trespassing by the property manager of the Waterford Crossing Apartments, Brittany Owens, on September 4th. Owens disclosed that officers had already visited the premises on September 3rd regarding matters related to Kellum. Owens stated on that day, officers had made contact with Kellum. Owens informed him that he was no longer allowed on the property. Following this, staff escorted officers to the back of the leasing office. Officers made contact with Kellum, who was observed sitting on a bench and actively rolling a marijuana blunt. He was then taken into custody for the incident. During an arrest search, officers found 4.5 grams of marijuana on his person. When asked about the amount of weed Kellum had on him, he stated that he had about two grams. Kellum was then transported to booking and charged with possession/casual exchange and criminal trespassing on September 4th.
Tag: POSSESSION OR CASUAL EXCHANGE
Christian Maness booked after illegal Adderall pills fall out of his pocket while speaking with police
25-year-old Christian Maness was involved in a domestic altercation at Twice Daily on Rivergate Parkway in the early hours of July 1st. Upon arrival, officers spoke with Maness. During their conversation, a clear bag containing three pills had fallen out of his pocket. Maness told the police that the pills were Adderall that he had bought off the street. He was then cited for the incident that day. Maness was later booked on the citation of simple possession on September 3rd.
Yute Sung punches woman in face multiple times during argument
70-year-old Yute Sung was involved in a domestic altercation with Ly Chin at a residence on Moss Creek Court on August 30th. Once officers arrived, they saw Chin bleeding from her nose and that she had a bump on the side of her head. Chin claimed that she received those injuries from Sung punching her multiple times. Chin told officers that he started during an argument with Sung over a lost ring. When officers made contact with Sung, he admitted that he hit Chin. Sung stated that he hit her because of the argument that they were having. Sung was then taken into custody and charged with domestic assault.
Jaila Root caught with 14 grams of marijuana in TSU campus apartment during room check
19-year-old Jailia Root was caught with marijuana in her TSU campus apartment on August 10th. The housing director contacted TSU police, stating he found a small amount of marijuana. The housing director explained that while he was doing room checks, he found 14 grams of marijuana. Shortly after, Root arrived and admitted that marijuana was hers. TSU police cited her for the violation that day. Root was later booked on the citation of simple possession on August 19th.
Jameson Jones caught with multiple marijuana vape pens after running red light on Broadway
19-year-old Jameson Jones was caught with marijuana after running a red light at the intersection of Broadway and 16th Avenue on July 11th. Officers observed the vehicle running the red light at the intersection and initiated a traffic stop. Upon making contact and speaking with Jones, officers noticed the strong smell of marijuana coming from the vehicle. When asked, Jones admitted to officers that the last time he smoked marijuana was “Two days ago.” Officers then proceeded to search the vehicle, where they found five marijuana vape pens and a scale. Jameson also confirmed to officers that the pens were marijuana and not CBD. Jones also admitted that he used the scale to weigh his marijuana. Jones was then cited for the incident that day. Jones was later booked on the citation for possession of an illicit substance on August 5th.
Thomas Gillenlen repeatedly interferes with police while drunk at MAPCO
40-year-old Thomas Gillenlen was caught with marijuana while intoxicated at a MAPCO on Bell Road on August 3rd. When officers arrived at the scene, Gillenlen had already been taken into custody by another officer. Gillenlen allegedly interfered with officers investigating an accident and began disrupting them. When the officer asked Gillenlen to step back so they could handle the incident, he refused. Gillenlen appeared intoxicated to the officers and eventually left the scene.
Later, more officers arrived at the location to assist with a medical incident. As officers handled the incident, Gillenlen reappeared at the scene. Gillenlen began asking officers questions while they were attempting to provide aid. Gillenlen was informed that the officers were in the middle of helping someone but continued interfering with the officers anyway.
Due to Gillenlen’s behavior in both interactions, officers deemed he was intoxicated and spoke with him. While speaking with Gillenlen, officers could smell the odor of alcohol on his breath. Officers noted that Gillenlen also had scattered thoughts and repeatedly asked questions. While speaking with officers, Gillenlen told them his truck was at the gas station, but they did not see him drive it there.
Gillenlen then allowed officers to search the vehicle, and they located a plastic bag that contained 2.2 grams of marijuana. Gillenlen was then taken into custody for possession of a controlled substance and public intoxication.
DUI: Daniel Tucker swerves into ditch after taking Suboxone before driving
33-year-old Daniel Tucker was involved in a car crash on July 13th. When officers arrived, a witness stated that Tucker swerved off the roadway and into a ditch. The witness said that he administered Narcan to Tucker because it seemed that he was overdosing. Officers then approached Tucker, who was still near his vehicle. Once officers got close to the car, they saw Tucker on the driver’s side looking for something. They told him to leave his car and come to them on the road. Tucker obliged, but it seemed like he was unsteady and couldn’t maintain his balance. Once Tucker was out of the ditch, officers began speaking with him. While officers interacted with Tucker, they observed other signs of impairment. During questioning, Tucker confessed to taking Suboxone. Tucker said he takes it every morning and took one this morning before driving. During a search of Tucker, officers discovered a scratched-off pill bottle in his left pocket with six pill bottles inside. Through further investigation, it was found that Tucker also had a suspended license. Tucker was taken into custody and charged with driving under the influence, driving on a suspended license, possession of a legend drug, and unlawful possession.
DUI: Kayla Richardson swerves between lanes after drinking liquor from pink Stanley Cup
34-year-old Kayla Richardson was seen in a black GMC Yukon failing to maintain her lane on Dickerson Pike on July 12th. Officers observed this and conducted a traffic stop, and Richardson was identified as the driver. When officers approached her, they noticed multiple signs of intoxication. Officers requested Richardson to perform sobriety tests. Richardson consented to the sobriety tests and showed numerous signs of impairment. After the tests, Richardson admitted to consuming an orange creamsicle drink that contained alcohol and two vodka sodas at a Nashville Sounds game. During a subsequent search of Richardson’s vehicle, officers found 13.5 grams of marijuana inside a purse and a pink Stanley cup containing liquor. Richardson was read implied consent, and she refused, so officers proceeded to take her into custody for driving under the influence, implied consent violation, and possession or casual exchange on July 13th.
DUI: Jordan Copeland crashes into light pole, caught with marijuana bag labeled “Blue Mambaz”
26-year-old Jordan Copeland was arrested for driving under the influence and possessing cannabis after crashing into a pole near 9th Avenue Street and Clark Place on July 7th. When officers arrived at the scene, they noticed Copeland sitting in his vehicle, showing signs of intoxication. Copeland initially tried to drive away, but officers stopped him and took his keys. They observed that Copeland displayed many signs of intoxication, such as slow and slurred speech, watery eyes, and unsteadiness. Copeland admitted to drinking two Jack & Cokes and two Budweiser beers at Honky Tonk Central on Broadway before moving his vehicle from 9th Avenue and Clark Place to a nearby parking lot. The officers noticed that the damage to Copeland’s vehicle was consistent with hitting a light pole and asked him to undergo sobriety tests, which he refused. However, he consented to a breathalyzer test, which revealed a result of .123% BAC. During a search of his vehicle, officers found an unopened bag of marijuana labeled “Blue Mambaz” weighing 3.5 grams. Copeland was then taken into custody for DUI and possession of a controlled substance.
Kendrea Reed caught with cocaine after driving stolen Chevy Malibu
19-year-old Kendrea Reed was seen driving in a stolen Chevy Malibu on Gallatin Pike on June 24th. Officers were made aware of a stolen vehicle at the store and followed the vehicle to a nearby Papa John’s, where it was parked in front. Reed and another male were observed exiting the car and going inside the business. Reed and all other vehicle occupants were then taken into custody without incident. When officers searched the vehicle, they found a gram of cocaine that was stored in a gum container. No one in the vehicle took ownership of the narcotic, and it was within reach of everyone. Reed was charged with joyriding and possession of a controlled substance.