Mt. Juliet, Tenn. — After a series of catalytic converter thefts over the past month and a half in the West Wilson County area, the Mt. Juliet Police Department has apprehended a suspect believed to be responsible for these crimes. Thanks to diligent detective work and a crucial anonymous tip, officers arrested 50-year-old Robert Hartsell of Mt. Juliet in connection with the thefts.
Officers stopped Hartsell yesterday for a seatbelt violation on Lebanon Road. Evidence discovered during the stop linked him to the recent thefts. Following further investigation, Hartsell confessed to multiple catalytic converter thefts in the area.
Robert William HartsellHe has been charged with theft, possession of burglary tools, and driving on a suspended license. Hartsell was booked into the Wilson County Jail. The investigation is on-going and further charges are pending.
Team MJPD remains committed to protecting our community and will continue to work diligently to apprehend offenders committing crime in the city.
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