Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – An assault investigation involving a knife, between acquaintances, on Eagle Trace Drive is underway. Around 6:55 a.m. this morning, officers rushed out to a home in the 1400 block of Eagle Trace Drive in reference to an assault that just occurred. Officers arrived to find a 20-year-old male, and two other individuals, a 34-year-old male and a 18-year-old male, with injuries. All are from Mt. Juliet.
A preliminary investigation indicated that the 20-year-old male arrived at the home this morning, leading to a physical altercation that escalated when he brandished a knife.
All injured parties were transported to local hospitals for treatment. Detectives remain on the scene as they gather evidence and facts to determine exactly what occurred. Charges are pending.
We are thankful for the quick response of the police officers and medics. The incident was isolated at the home.
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