Mt. Juliet Police Newsroom

Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – The Mt. Juliet Police Department supports and encourages everyone to wear a mask or face covering as COVID-19 cases continue to rise. As an alternative to issuing a citation to those not in compliance with the Wilson County mask mandate, officers will continue to educate and provide masks to community members. The mask mandate order, issued by Wilson County Mayor Hutto, is active at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 19, 2020.

“I want to see full compliance with Mayor Hutto’s order so we can contain the virus as soon as possible,” stated Police Chief James Hambrick. “From the onset of this pandemic, we have focused on educating our community about the importance of wearing a mask and taking personal safety precautions. We have obtained substantial compliance without charging business owners or community members. This model will continue, and we will issue face masks to those in need rather than issuing a citation.”

Details on Wilson County’s Mask Mandate: Wilson County Press Release Mask Mandate 7_17_2020 .

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Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – Local law enforcement will be assisting in an escort to and from the funeral service, which will be held Friday at 11:00 a.m. at World Outreach Church, at 1921 State Highway 99 in Murfreesboro. When the escort returns to Mt. Juliet for interment, the community will have an opportunity to show respect and line Mt. Juliet Road from Interstate 40 to Division Street.

The community should estimate Charlie’s return to Mt. Juliet between 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m., and a more exact arrival time will be shared once it is clear.

The graveside service is private and by invitation only. Law enforcement agencies assisting in the escort are the Wilson County Sheriff’s Department, Tennessee Highway Patrol, Mt. Juliet Police Department, and Hendersonville Police Department Blue Eagles Motor Unit. The morning escort will depart Sellars Funeral Home around 8:00 a.m., but there will not be an opportunity along that route for the community to line the roadway.

Afternoon Escort Route:

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Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – The Mt. Juliet Police Department will be assisting Sellars Funeral Home with traffic and security for Charlie Daniels’ memorial services for the remainder of the week in Mt. Juliet.

• On Wednesday, a Patriotic Community Service will be held outside of Sellars Funeral Home, at 2229 N. Mt. Juliet Road, starting at 6:30 p.m. This event will feature honors from the military, an aircraft flyover, along with music from Trace Adkins, Tracey Lawrence, Darryl Worley, and others. The public is invited to attend.
• On Thursday, an open, public visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Sellars Funeral Home, at 2229 N. Mt. Juliet Road. Local law enforcement Honor Guards will perform a casket watch throughout the visitation.

During both events, Mt. Juliet Police officers and volunteers will be on hand to assist with traffic and security. The public should anticipate increased traffic around the N. Mt. Juliet Road and Division Street intersections while the events are underway.

Map of the event area and parking locations:

Local law enforcement will also be assisting in an escort to and from the funeral service, which will be held Friday at 11:00 a.m. at World Outreach Church, at 1921 State Highway 99 in Murfreesboro.

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Charlie Daniels, a longtime friend and supporter of the Mt. Juliet community, will be escorted by officers to Sellars Funeral Home along Mt Juliet Rd between 2:15 p.m. and 2:45 p.m. today.

Those wishing to show respect to Charlie can do so and line Mt. Juliet Rd from I-40 to the railroad tracks during escort procession.

Escort Route:

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Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – Five Mt. Juliet officers and three firefighters immediately took action to rescue a 14-year-old female from a swift, flooded creek after she was swept downstream following her rescue of an 11-year-old boy who slipped in. Around 4:30 p.m. yesterday, emergency crews rushed to the report of a child in flooded Cedar Creek, behind the 4000 block of Pisano Street.

Initial officers arrived to find the female in distress and holding on to a thin tree branch as swift water rushed around her. Without hesitation, one officer shed his ballistic vest, donned an issued personal flotation device, and entered the water. Using an issued rescue throw rope, tethered to the officer’s body, other officers held on to the officer as he swam to rescue the female. Once the officer and female were brought to shore, firefighters hoisted the female up a steep embankment to safety. Time was critical, and on-scene crews did not have the option to wait for a swift water rescue team.

While investigating the events that led up to the rescue, it was determined that the female ended up in the flooded creek because she jumped-in to rescue an 11-year-old boy who fell in. The boy was creekside when he slipped on rocks, falling into the water. The female’s mother attempted to get her daughter out of the swift water, but the daughter was swept away.

The 14-year-old female, identified as Courtney Lloyd, will be nominated for a life-saving award for her direct efforts that rescued the 11-year-old boy from the water.

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Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – Detectives are investigating a vandalism and attempted burglary of a gun shop after burglars were not successful in their attempt to gain entry due to security measures. Yesterday morning, Officers responded to KRB Firearms II & the Range, at 9904 Lebanon Road, after holes from gunfire were located in the front door. During the early morning hours of Sunday, June 28, two suspects were captured on surveillance video attempting to gain entry, and one of those suspects shot at the front door.

Further investigation revealed that the suspects’ mode of transportation was a stolen car from Nashville that had not been reported stolen yet. Detectives tracked down the stolen car back in Nashville, and video surveillance revealed two suspects abandoned the car. One of those suspects dropped a handgun in the process.

Anyone with any information regarding this crime is encouraged to call the Mt. Juliet Police Department at (615) 754-2550. Information can also be given anonymously by calling (615) 754-TIPS (8477) or via the Mt. Juliet Police Department website at http://www.mjpd.org/.

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Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – The  Mt. Juliet Police Department is reminding residents to be careful while discharging fireworks in order to avoid injuries and noise violations as Independence Day approaches.

Fireworks are beautiful, but they can be very dangerous if they are not used safely. It is imperative that fireworks be handled with care to avoid serious burns, eye damage, and even life-threatening injuries. Premature denotation and misuse of fireworks are responsible for many burn injuries every year, which all could be avoided with proper and safe handling.  Safety should be everyone’s priority, and parents should always supervise juveniles who are using fireworks. The Mt. Juliet Police Department urges residents to be careful, follow safety precautions, and abide by city ordinances during their holiday celebrations.

In Mt. Juliet, it is unlawful to sell or use fireworks in the city limits except from June 20th through July 5th and December 10th through January 2nd. During this holiday season, fireworks cannot be discharged or used between the hours of 10:00PM – 10:00AM. In addition, fireworks cannot be sold or given to any person under the age of 18. It is permissible for juveniles to use fireworks only if a parent is supervising the activity. Failure to comply with Mt. Juliet’s City Code regulating fireworks could result in a $188.00 fine.

The National Council on Fireworks Safety offers these common sense safety tips for using consumer fireworks in the hopes that injuries can be greatly reduced:

• Parents and caretakers should always closely supervise juveniles if they are using fireworks.
• Parents should not allow young children to handle or use fireworks.
• Fireworks should only be used outdoors.
• Always have water ready if you are shooting fireworks.
• Know your fireworks. Read the caution label before igniting.
• Alcohol and fireworks do not mix.
• Wear safety glasses whenever using fireworks.
• Never relight a “dud” firework. Wait 20 minutes and then soak it in a bucket of water.
• Soak spent fireworks with water before placing them in an outdoor garbage can.
• Avoid using homemade fireworks or illegal explosives: They can be deadly
• Report illegal explosives, like M-80s and quarter sticks, to the fire or police department.

And note these special safety tips, if using sparklers:

• Always remain standing while using sparklers.
• Never hold a child in your arms while using sparklers.
• Never hold, or light, more than one sparkler at a time.
• Never throw sparklers.
• Sparkler wire and stick remain hot long after the flame has gone out. Be sure to drop spent sparklers in a bucket of water.
• Teach children not to wave sparklers, or run, while holding sparklers.

Enjoy your time with your friends and loved ones. Everyone at the Mt. Juliet Police Department wishes you a happy and safe Independence Day.

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Silver Alert Canceled – Mr. White was found by a family member in Hermitage.

Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – The Mt. Juliet Police Department has issued a Silver Alert for a missing 83-year-old man. Samuel White left his home around 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 13, and he has not returned. It is very unusual for Mr. White to be away from home in this manner, and he is believed to be in danger because of a health disability.

Mr. White is a 83-year-old Black male, 5’11 tall, weighs 206 lbs, has brown eyes, and black/gray hair. He was last known to be wearing a white, shirt sleeve shirt, suspenders and khaki pants. He left his residence on Spring Hill Road, driving a silver 2016 Buick Verano with Tennessee plate 095GNC. It is possible that he is somewhere in the Hermitage area.

If you see Mr. White or have information on his whereabouts, please call 911.

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Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – A musical Fourth of July Celebration is planned, and Mt. Juliet’s Fireworks will launch at 9:00 p.m. from the Mt. Juliet Little League Ball Fields on Lebanon Road. To ensure the event is safe and enjoyable for everyone, Mt. Juliet Police and Fire will be on site. The firework presentation, presented by the City of Mt. Juliet and 94FM – The Fish, will begin around 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 4th, 2020 and launch from the ball fields. Premium, excellent viewing for the fireworks will be at the ball fields, where there will be a $10 parking fee per vehicle that benefits the Mt. Juliet League Baseball/Softball. Good views also expand out to area parking lots near the Lebanon Road and N. Mt. Juliet Road intersection. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early for a good viewing location and tune their FM radios to 94.1 as the firework display will be choreographed to music. Also, all attendees are encouraged to practice proper COVID-19 physical distancing by watching from their vehicle or parking location.

Interactive Viewing Area Map:

Mt. Juliet’s public safety teams are expecting large attendance and increased traffic. Safety is always a top priority, and many police officers will be present during the event for patrols and traffic control. With any significant event, attendees should always be vigilant for suspicious activity. If anything suspicious is spotted, attendees are encouraged to say something and call police. To contact the police department’s non-emergency line, attendees can dial 311. Also, the Fire Department of Mt. Juliet will have extra firefighters on hand near the firework launch sites.

 

A traffic plan has been established, and advanced traffic signals will adapt to the increased traffic. In addition, officers will manually control traffic signals to provide priority to traffic leaving the show.

Please remember, during the event, our roadways will see an increase in traffic, so minor delays should be expected. Personal fireworks, alcoholic beverages, barbecue grills, and parking on roadway medians are prohibited.

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Note on Android App: Significant improvements in battery consumption, performance issues, and location permissions were updated on the new app. 

Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – The City of Mt. Juliet chose the Atlas One smartphone platform to replace the existing text-messaging alert system after a price increase. Since 2009, the City has been using the Everbridge/Nixle alert system, but staff sought to replace the system after a recently proposed price spike of nearly 1,500%. While researching viable replacement options, the City was impressed with Atlas One’s unique capabilities that will ensure the Mt. Juliet community continues to be well-informed with a communication platform that is much more intuitive, robust, and detailed.

Mt. Juliet’s use of the Everbridge/Nixle text message alert system will discontinue at the end of June 2020. Everyone in the community, who want to maintain their connectivity with alerts from the Mt. Juliet Police Department, Fire Department of Mt. Juliet, and other City departments, will need to download the Atlas One smartphone app.

Atlas One will enable the departments to provide real-time information to the community in regional and geo-fenced smartphone alerts, interactive maps, directories, and links to resources. Those who do not want to provide their GPS information to the app for the geo-fenced alerts can simply add their important addresses as a “favorite place” to receive alerts. Regardless, the department has no capability to see any user’s GPS location or history.

To ensure everyone continues to receive critical alerts, the departments will be using the system simultaneously until the transition is complete. There is no cost for community members to access Atlas One.

 

iOS Link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/atlas-1/id1509528933  

Android Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.atlasone

 

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