Metro Nashville Police

A man has surrendered and been arrested by Metro Nashville Police in connection with a deadly shooting at City Side Flats. The suspect was wanted in relation to the incident.

Gary Murray Jr. was charged with aggravated arson after a house fire that critically injured his roommate. He admitted to setting the fire to force a woman to leave the residence.

Metro Councilmember Courtney Johnston criticized the dismissal of three traffic citation dockets in Davidson County, stating the dismissals stem from Metro Legal no longer staffing the court sessions. Johnston argued the dismissals hinder Metro Nashville Police's traffic enforcement and contradict Nashville's Vision Zero initiative aimed at improving road safety. She urged Metro Legal and Judge Robin Kimbrough Hayes to resolve the issue to prevent further dismissals.

A 12-year-old boy was shot in the leg at Knollcrest Apartments in North Nashville after gunfire from a fight outside entered his family's apartment. Residents expressed concerns about safety, and police are reviewing surveillance footage to identify those responsible. The boy is recovering at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

A juvenile was injured in a shooting on Creekwood Drive, confirmed by Metro Nashville Police, which occurred Wednesday night.

A 17-year-old boy died after drowning at a Tennessee quarry following a cliff jump. The private property, managed by Scuba Nashville, prohibits cliff jumping and swimming, but the teen's actions led to an 'avoidable accident' according to police. Friends attempted to rescue him, but he lost consciousness and drowned.

A 17-year-old died after drowning at a private Tennessee quarry following a cliff jump. The quarry's management, Scuba Nashville, prohibits such activities and stated the accident was avoidable. Authorities are investigating the incident.

Michael Shane Vaughan, a fugitive accused of two rape charges in Nashville, was arrested in Alaska and will be extradited to Tennessee. U.S. Marshals assisted in his arrest after he fled to Alaska following a September incident.

Nashville leaders aim to expand overdose prevention efforts as the Metro Public Health Department reports over 150 suspected fatal overdoses this year. Despite a decrease from previous years, six fatal overdoses occurred in a single day last week.

A Silver Alert has been issued for Lakesha Gunn, a 51-year-old woman from Davidson County, who was last seen in Hermitage on July 9 near Dodson Chapel Road. Authorities report she has a medical condition that may hinder her ability to return home safely, prompting a public request for information.

U.S. Marshals and Metro Nashville Police are seeking the public's help to locate Michael Shane Vaughan, a 46-year-old man accused of two counts of rape in Nashville linked to an incident in September. Authorities report he has not been seen since the incident and may be fleeing to Alaska, where he previously lived.

Residents of Nashville's 10th and Park Townhomes in Edgehill report escalating porch pirate thefts over two weeks, with package thefts now occurring during daylight hours. Residents have filed police reports and demanded increased surveillance and patrols, while building management plans a town hall to address the issue.

A 19-year-old man in Nashville was arrested after fleeing police and throwing two bags of marijuana at homes. He faces charges including evading arrest, marijuana possession, and evidence tampering, and is being held on a $43,000 bond.

Metro Nashville police are investigating a deadly hit-and-run crash on McGavock Pike where Jaime Magsam, 48, was struck by a dark-colored pickup truck and later died. Investigators believe the truck involved is a 2011-2014 GMC Sierra 2500, based on parts found at the scene. Authorities are seeking information about the driver and vehicle.

Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) has installed Evolv weapons detection systems in all high schools and middle schools by May 14, 2026, following the 2025 Antioch High School shooting. The systems have detected six guns since their rollout, and the district emphasizes a multi-layered approach to safety, including school resource officers and AI camera monitoring. No changes are proposed for elementary schools, though Metro Nashville Police are expanding school resource officer programs as staffing allows.

A vehicle was stolen in Nashville with a 1-year-old child in the backseat. Police later found the abandoned vehicle and confirmed the child was unharmed. The suspect, described as wearing a blue and white striped shirt, remains unidentified.

17-year-old Evan Marsch died after cliff jumping at a Bellevue quarry, prompting community mourning and plans to secure the site to prevent future incidents. Family friends described him as a supportive and beloved figure, while officials are working with the property owner to install safety measures.

Jayona Brown, a woman convicted of killing Metro Nashville Police Officer John Anderson in a 2019 crash, is scheduled for a parole hearing on Tuesday. She was released on probation in 2022 but returned to jail in 2023 for violating probation and is set to be released from the Metropolitan Correction Work Center on October 8.

A 17-year-old named Evan Marsch died after jumping from a cliff at Bellevue Quarry in Nashville. Police and fire departments responded to the scene, where witnesses reported Marsch became unresponsive and sank after the jump. His body was recovered 55 minutes after emergency services were called.

A 55-year-old driver reported hitting and killing a pedestrian in Antioch, Tennessee, around 5 a.m. on Murfreesboro Pike. The driver claimed heavy rain and insufficient time to react, and police found no signs of impairment. The victim's identity remains under investigation by the Medical Examiner’s Office.

A Nashville mother, Jamie Bargatze, is seeking answers in three unsolved killings, including her son Nate Garvin, who was shot outside a nightclub in 2022. Her cousin Chris Walton was killed during a 2000 home invasion, and Nate's friend Armondo Smoot was gunned down in 2015. Metro Nashville Police's Cold Case team is investigating, and a $10,000 reward is offered for information in Nate's case.

Donald Wayne Oliver was arrested in Dickson after allegedly beating 84-year-old Navy veteran Dallas 'Papa' Mathis outside a Nashville convenience store, causing facial injuries requiring reconstructive surgery. Mathis is recovering at his granddaughter's home, and his family raised funds for medical costs.

Metro Nashville Police arrested Donald Wayne Oliver Jr. for allegedly assaulting 84-year-old Navy veteran Dallas Mathis outside a Shelby Avenue gas station, resulting in facial fractures and surgery. The arrest followed surveillance video evidence and a public appeal for help identifying the suspect, with Mathis' family raising funds for medical expenses via GoFundMe.

Three people, including a 4-year-old child, were injured in a dog attack in Nashville, Tennessee. The victims were bitten by a neighbor’s pit bull and transported to a hospital. Metro Animal Care and Control is investigating the incident.

A 25-year-old man, Charles Lindsey, was arrested for allegedly stealing tools and lawn equipment from multiple Tennessee Home Depot locations and reselling them on Facebook Marketplace. He is linked to over 30 incidents between January and May, with total theft valued at $28,000, and faces 32 theft charges and one count of organized retail crime. His girlfriend, Emily Gilbert, 40, and her friend were also arrested for planned thefts in June.

A stabbing at a Nashville café injured three people, and police are seeking three men for questioning. Metro Nashville police are asking the public to help identify the suspects.

A 24-year-old man is facing 24 reckless driving-related charges after Metro Nashville Police aviation tracked him on an off-road motorcycle. The motorcyclist was captured following a surveillance operation by police.

An 8-year-old was injured by 'falling celebratory gunfire' in downtown Nashville while with family near the Green Stage. The child removed a bullet fragment and was treated for a noncritical back injury at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Police stated the origin of the shot remains unknown.

Two men were charged in an alleged murder-for-hire shooting in Nashville where a 26-year-old victim was wounded. Nakia Bohanon, 52, admitted to shooting the victim for $2,850 and was charged with attempted criminal homicide, while Kybreun Scott, 26, faces conspiracy charges for organizing the attack. The victim is recovering from gunshot wounds at a medical center.

Metro Nashville Police are advising individuals planning to celebrate Independence Day downtown. The article highlights the need for awareness regarding the Fourth of July celebration in the city.

An 84-year-old Navy veteran, Dallas Mathis, was attacked outside a Nashville gas station on June 24, sustaining serious facial injuries requiring surgery. The suspect remains unidentified despite surveillance footage capturing part of the assault. Mathis' granddaughter, Rebecca Johnson, stated the attack occurred during an argument over money owed, and the family is seeking contact from the assigned detective while receiving public support through donations and care packages.

A Nashville man discovered an intruder sleeping on his couch after the apartment was ransacked, prompting him to call for security improvements at his apartment complex. The man, Carter Clover, delayed releasing video of the incident until the property management company, MAA, failed to address his concerns. This follows a previous intrusion last fall, with Clover attributing recurring security issues to residents propping open building doors.

A dog was dragged along Old Hickory Boulevard in Nashville by a driver in a black Ford Explorer, as witnessed by Pamela Butts. The dog survived with lacerations and bruises, and Butts pursued the vehicle before police intervened. Metro Nashville Police are investigating the animal cruelty case, and the driver remains unidentified.

A 32-year-old man, James Spiceland, was killed in a crash on Old Hickory Boulevard in Nashville. The collision occurred when his 2011 Mazda M3 left the roadway, struck a tree, and investigators do not believe he was impaired.

Metro Nashville Police infiltrated Instagram group chats to identify Austin Meredith, 22, accused of organizing 'riotous' street races and car meets. Meredith was charged with inciting and participating in a riot after police observed accounts encouraging reckless behavior like donuts, intersection takeovers, and blocking law enforcement. The investigation followed a flyer advertising a May 30, 2026, event and led to arrests at multiple locations across Davidson County.

A Davidson County Sheriff's Office employee was injured and a former employee was killed in a shooting in Midtown Nashville. The incident is linked to an ongoing domestic situation, with no charges filed. The injured woman was shot in the leg and is now in stable condition.

Blaise Taylor, a former Tennessee Titans scout, is on trial for allegedly poisoning his pregnant girlfriend Jade Benning with cocaine, causing her death and the death of her unborn child. Testimony includes claims about search warrant protocol violations, forensic analysis of Benning's apartment, and evidence from her phone showing interactions with Taylor and her pregnancy preparations.

Tyrone Brown was arrested and charged with sexual battery after allegedly attacking a woman and punching a witness in downtown Nashville. The incident occurred near hotels and a tourist area hosting an Alan Jackson concert, prompting visitors to increase their caution. Brown remains in custody, and the victim, who is unhoused, reported no serious injuries.

A man shot his girlfriend in the leg and then himself after she ended their relationship at a Nashville motel. The 34-year-old man, Edward Mazon, died from his injuries, while the 44-year-old woman is in stable condition. Police noted he had previously violated an order of protection involving her.

The Blaise Taylor murder trial presented a 911 call where Taylor claimed Jade Benning had an allergic reaction, with prosecutors alleging acute cocaine toxicity as the cause of her death. The defense challenged the investigation, arguing evidence was mishandled and Benning's family made decisions without Taylor's involvement.