Mt. Juliet Police Newsroom

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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Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – Detectives are actively investigating a crash after two vehicles exchange gunfire at an unknown location. Around 7:30 p.m. this evening, officers responded to the area of Golden Bear Gateway near Mt. Juliet High School after it was reported a yellow Chevrolet Camero crashed & rolled. Both occupants, who were adult males, were extricated from the car and transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.

During the initial investigation, it was determined that gunfire was exchanged, before the crash, between an occupant or occupants of the Camero and an occupant or occupants of a gray Infiniti 4-door car. A citizen’s dash camera captured the Infiniti chasing the Camero before the crash. It is not clear yet if anyone was hit by gunfire.

Anyone who witnessed the vehicles driving in a reckless manner or any activity related to this investigation 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 family of missing 34-year-old Deavin Nicole Walker is offering a $1,000 reward for information that leads to acknowledgment of Deavin’s whereabouts. Detectives and family are concerned about the whereabouts of Deavin and all are hoping to find her safe. She has not been heard from since Wednesday, February 26, 2020, and she was last known to be walking in the Willoughby Station neighborhood after telling a family member she was going to the store. She was reported missing on April 16, 2020.

Walker left her residence wearing a white shirt with green sweatpants, and she had a cell phone that is no longer working. She is a black female, 5’3″ in height, weighing 125 pounds, having brown eyes, and brown hair in dreadlocks with highlighted tips. She frequently visited the Lebanon area in the past.

If anyone has any information about the whereabouts of Deavin Nicole Walker, they are urged 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. – Officers quickly apprehended a man after he unlawfully touched an adult female while she was exercising on the Providence Trail greenway. Around 3:50 p.m. on Sunday, May 3, 2020, officers were summoned by the 27-year-old victim to the area of Providence Trail near Bridge Mill Drive after she provided a detailed description of the man who assaulted her and ran. Within 7 minutes, officers found and apprehended the man behind Rutland Elementary school. He was identified at 28-year-old Esquivel Rene Perdomo of Nashville and was also wanted out of Metro-Nashville for failure to appear on driving without a license and simple possession charges.

Further investigation revealed that Perdomo approached the victim from behind, which was unknown to the victim. Perdomo touched the victim in her private area, which alerted the victim of the active assault. He then ran away, and the victim quickly notified police.

Perdomo does not live in the Mt. Juliet area, and he was a stranger to the victim. All indications lead investigators to believe this was a random assault. Like with all greenways, Mt. Juliet police officers will continue to keep a watchful eye. However, the community is urged to report any suspicious or out-of-place behavior immediately.

He was arrested and remained in the Wilson County Jail under a $50,000 bond, charged with Sexual Battery.

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Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – K9 Majlo successfully led officers to a juvenile in a mental crisis, who was found in a tree in a wooded area. Around 2:30 p.m., officers responded to a home in the Timber Trail neighborhood after it was reported a juvenile teen, undergoing a mental crisis, had walked away and could not be found. Officers immediately began efforts to find the teen, and Cpl. Barth responded with K9 Majlo to assist in the search.

K9 Majlo, trained in tracking people by scent, was quickly deployed by Cpl. Barth. A team of officers followed K9 Majlo as he led them to a tree that was deep in a wooded area. Officers found the teen with a rope around their neck in a tree. Quickly, the teen was removed from the tree and led out of the woods. Medical personnel then transported the teen to mental health professionals so they could receive the best care for their well-being.

Suicide affects everyone, and many in our community have likely been impacted in some way by suicide. Everyone has their demons and have felt backed into the corner at some point.

If anyone is feeling tired or backed into the corner and needs some help, they are encouraged to reach out. The department’s dispatchers, police officers, and medical responders are amazing, compassionate professionals who care about everyone and life.

National Suicide Prevention Hotline- 1 (800) 273-8255

It gets better. Choose life.

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