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Mt. Juliet Police Ready for Third Annual Operation Safe Shopper Initiative

MJPD November 20, 2012

November 20th, 2012

Mt. Juliet Police Ready for Third Annual Operation Safe Shopper Initiative 

Mt. Juliet, Tennessee-

As holiday shoppers get ready to hit the stores this week, the Mt. Juliet Police Department is preparing to keep those people safe with Operation Safe Shopper. The initiative, which began in 2010, is geared to deterring crime in major shopping areas in Mt. Juliet with a major increase in police presence.

Starting on Black Friday, shoppers will begin to see more men and women in blue on patrol. The Operation Safe Shopper initiative was created to help deter crime, increase response times, and alleviate traffic congestion during the busy holiday shopping season.With Operation Safe Shopper, just about every member of the police force participates in the initiative. Members of the department will be patrolling in marked and undercover vehicles, on foot, and on bicycles to raise law enforcement visibility and promptly respond to calls for service in the shopping centers as well as surrounding areas. Operation Safe Shopper will run from November 23rd through December 31st throughout the holiday season.

“This is our third year with the Operation Safe Shopper initiative, and we have not had a single violent crime or any major theft in the Mt. Juliet shopping areas while this initiative has been in place,” stated Mt. Juliet Police Chief Andy Garrett.

Dep. Police Chief James Hambrick, further stated, “Mt. Juliet is one of the safest shopping destinations in Middle Tennessee. We want to ensure visitors have a positive experience while visiting our city.”

In addition, the City of Mt. Juliet has made steps to ease traffic congestion around the Interstate 40 shopping hub. The timing of the traffic light sequencing has been adjusted for all intersections near Providence MarketPlace and Paddock shopping centers. 

Police offer the following holiday shopping safety tips:

Shopper Safety Tips:

  • Stay alert and be aware of your surroundings at all times.
  • Park in well-lighted spaces, lock car doors, and place packages out of sight in the trunk or under seats.
  • Do not carry large amounts of cash; pay with a check or credit card if possible.
  • Carry purses close to the body, not dangling by the straps.
  • Put wallets in an inside coat or front pants pocket.
  • Supervise children at all times. Teach children to go to a police officer or security guard if they get lost or separated.
  • Take a holiday inventory. The holidays are a good time to      take photos or videos of items in your home.

Parking Lot Safety Tips:

  • Always be aware of your surroundings.
  • If shopping at night, park in well lit areas.
  • Never leave your vehicle unlocked.
  • When walking to your vehicle, look prepared by having your keys in your hand, your purse and other packages close to you, and always be aware of what is around you.
  • Never leave holiday packages or other valuable items visible inside your vehicle.
  • If possible, shop with other and walk in groups. It is safer to have another person with you.
  • If you see suspicious people or activity, go back into the store or to a populated area and contact the police immediately.

Because traffic also increases around the shopping centers during the holidays, police are also advising shoppers to take heed of the following driving tips:

Don’t block intersections. Blocking intersections causes frustrating and unsafe back-ups; that’s why it’s against the law. When the traffic signal turns yellow, avoid trying to beat the upcoming red light and pulling into and blocking busy intersections. Instead, drop back and wait for the next green light. When traffic lights are green, make sure there is adequate room to completely cross the intersection.

Don’t run red lights. Running a red light can have deadly consequences. As a result, Mt. Juliet has 7 red-light cameras designed to deter red-light offenders. Red-light citations carry a $50 fine with an additional penalty if the fine is not paid within a specified period. Violators who run a red light and are cited by a police officer can face a higher fine as well as insurance points.
Contact the Mt. Juliet Police Department in case of any accidents. If the accident is minor without injury, motorists should move their vehicles out of the travel lane and into a parking lot or onto the shoulder and call Mt. Juliet Police at (615) 754-2550. For accidents involving injuries, motorists should call 911.

Watch for pedestrians. Maintain a safe speed in parking lots and be on the lookout for shoppers exiting vehicles and walking to stores.

At stop signs, come to a complete stop behind the white stop lines and not in the crosswalk. Especially when turning right on red, remember that a full stop behind the stop bar is necessary to give time to look both ways before proceeding. Look not only for cars but also for pedestrians and cyclists.

Always use a turn signal to prevent accidents. A turn signal alerts motorists of your intended action and helps prevent rear-end crashes, which is why it’s the law.

Be patient. There will be a record number of motorists and pedestrians, so a little holiday cheer will go a long way for safety.

For everyone’s safety, motorists can expect strict enforcement of these and other traffic laws as the Mt. Juliet Police Department works around the clock to make sure everyone has safe and happy holidays.

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Contact: Sgt. Chandler, Community Policing Director/PIO

Phone: (615) 773-6260 E-Mail: tchandler@cityofmtjuliet.org

If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please call Sgt. Chandler at (615) 773-6260 or email at tchandler@cityofmtjuliet.org

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Mt. Juliet Police Investigating Shooting Death of Woman

MJPD November 1, 2012

November 1st, 2012

Mt. Juliet Police Investigating Shooting Death of Woman

Case: 12-83333 

Date: November 1st, 2012

Time: 1:13AM

Location: 7975 Central Pike (U-Store-It)

Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – A Mt. Juliet Police officer, who was on patrol early Thursday morning, discovered a deceased female in a parked vehicle at the U-Store-It storage facility off of Central Pike near S. Mt. Juliet Road. The woman was found shot to death in the driver’s seat. This is a homicide, and investigators are working diligently and swiftly by following all avenues that lead to the offender’s identity.

Since the early morning hours, investigators have been scouring the crime scene in the frigid temperatures to piece together every bit of evidence. Lebanon Police Department’s Forensic Unit responded to the scene, and they are assisting Mt. Juliet investigators with their experience and resources. The Medical Examiner has estimated that the death occurred anytime between 10:00PM on October 31st to when the officer first located her. The vehicle that the victim was in has been transported to a secure facility so it can be properly processed for evidence.

The victim’s identity is not being released at this time because authorities want to ensure proper family notifications have been made. The victim is not an employee of the storage facility, and there is no indication that the woman was looking at a storage unit. Also, there is no indication that this is a random killing, and the public is not in any immediate danger. This is a very unfortunate and sad event, and it is the Mt. Juliet Police Department’s mission to investigate this homicide with complete dedication to ensure that justice is met for the victim.

Anyone with any information on current investigations or ongoing crime trends 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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Contact: Sgt. Chandler, Community Policing Director/PIO

Phone: (615) 773-6260 E-Mail: tchandler@cityofmtjuliet.org

If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please call Sgt. Chandler at (615) 773-6260 or email at tchandler@cityofmtjuliet.org

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Reports of Armed Bus Driver Found to be False

MJPD October 31, 2012

October 31st, 2012

 

Reports of Armed Bus Driver Found to be False

Case: 12-83219

Date: October, 31st, 2012

Time: 3:30PM

Location: Silverstone Subdivision (W. Division St)

Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – A frightening situation on a school bus about an armed bus driver in Mt. Juliet turned out to be false. Mt. Juliet Police officers quickly responded to a 911 call of an armed bus driver on a Wilson County School Bus around 3:30PM this afternoon. Once arriving on the scene, officers noticed multiple students in a nearby field who were upset and scared. The bus driver was located, and the scene was rapidly cleared by officers to ensure all children were safe.

The initial investigation revealed that the 60-year-old male bus driver, who is a substitute driver and unfamiliar with the bus route, missed a stop for a student. This caused multiple children on the bus to become belligerent where they became very loud and unruly. In an attempt to calm to children, the bus driver pulled over in a safe location hoping they would stop screaming. A parent of a student arrived where the bus was parked, and a 14-year-old male student attempted to exit the bus. While trying to exit, there was an altercation between the student and driver. The student eventually exited, but he tried to reenter to retrieve a backpack. During reentry, it was alleged that the student had his forearm shut in the bus door. This caused the parent and bus driver to argue. During the commotion, an unknown person mentioned that the bus driver was armed. That allegation frightened the other students, and they began to flee from the bus to a nearby field. The parent called 911 once there was a mention of a gun. Then, officers quickly arrived on the scene to secure the children and clear the area for a possible armed person.

After the incident, it was determined that all students were safe. The Wilson County School District was very responsive and members of the police department maintained constant communication with their leadership throughout the entire situation. Another bus with a different driver arrived on the scene to transport the students to their destinations. The bus route was #1107 with students from Mt. Juliet Middle School. There were 49 students onboard the bus during the incident. Most of the students reside in the Hickory Hills subdivision. The school system should be applauded for their quick response to ensure a successful outcome. Parents who arrived on the scene were also very cooperative, and the Mt. Juliet Police Department appreciates their understanding of this incident.

Investigators have reviewed the surveillance camera video from the bus, and It was determined that the bus driver did not do anything unlawful. The investigation continues into possible unruly charges for certain students onboard on the bus. It appears that this situation was extremely blown out of proportion by a few students, which caused the other students to become frightened.

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Phone: (615) 773-6260 E-Mail: tchandler@cityofmtjuliet.org

If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please call Sgt. Chandler at (615) 773-6260 or email at tchandler@cityofmtjuliet.org

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Mt. Juliet Police Urge Parents to Keep Their Little Ghosts & Goblins Safe this Halloween

MJPD October 26, 2012

Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – Halloween can be a wicked good time for the whole family in Mt. Juliet as residents and children swamp the neighborhoods in creative costumes racing to see who can get the most candy. However, safety must be a top priority for parents and children. Amongst the spooky fun, it is important to make sure everyone stays safe and accounted for as they lurk to trick-or-treating. The Mt. Juliet Police Department is significantly increasing patrol officers and their presence in neighborhoods during the witching hours, but they need the help of residents so Mt. Juliet’s streets can be as safe as possible. Any unsafe mischief or driving behavior should immediately be reported to the police department so it can be stopped.

Trick-or-treating will be observed in Mt. Juliet on Wednesday, October 31st. The Mt. Juliet Police Department recommends trick-or-treating to start at 5:00PM and to stop by 10:00PM.

Parents can help by ensuring children are prepared for a safe Halloween. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, children are four times more likely to be in a fatal pedestrian accident on Halloween than any other night of the year. There are several reasons why children are more likely to be hurt in pedestrian accidents, which include:

  • They often choose to take the shortest route, which may mean darting out between parked cars rather than take the safer route of crossing at corners.
  • They’re poor at evaluating potential traffic threats.
  • They’re more likely to disregard their peripheral vision and are less attentive of their street surroundings.
  • They have a tendency to believe they’re indestructible and are more likely to take risks.
  • They need to be told that some people driving cars will not slow down for them.
  • They can’t cross streets as rapidly as adults.
  • They may be distracted by other children’s costumes, behaviors, and home decorations.

In addition, to Mt. Juliet Police Department’s proactive patrols in the neighborhoods, they will also be out in force conducting sex offender compliance checks on Halloween. Under Tennessee law, any sex offender on parole or probation may not participate in any Halloween activity involving children. This would include leaving a porch light on, answering the door, or distributing candy. There are currently 12 registered sex offender living in the city limits of Mt. Juliet, and parents may access the Tennessee Sex Offender Registry at the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s website at http://www.tbi.tn.gov/ .

From everyone at Mt. Juliet Police, we wish you a safe Halloween. The department can be contacted at (615) 754-2550 (non-emergency) or 911 (emergency) to report any problems, observations, or safety concerns.

 

A list of Halloween Health and Safety Tips can be viewed here: http://www.cdc.gov/family/halloween/

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Local Wilson County Resident Donates Time & Love to Bring Children Comfort

MJPD October 24, 2012

MEDIA RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

October 24th, 2012

Local Wilson County Resident Donates Time & Love to Bring Children Comfort

Left to Right: Sgt. Chandler, Mollie Barr, Earl Barr, & Dep. Chief Hambrick

Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – Hoping to bring comfort to a child when needed most, Mollie Barr dedicates her retired life to building teddy bears of love for children involved in police-related situations. Wednesday, Mollie stopped by the Mt. Juliet Police Department with her husband Earl to deliver the furry critters for Police Officers to place in their patrol cars. Ready and prepared to serve, the bears will ride along with police officers during their tours of duty. During an officer’s shift, it is likely they will come across children involved in traumatic situations. The bears are available for the officer to give to the child, which will hopefully help put a smile on their face. When it comes to children, often the littlest things can have the biggest impact. Comforting a child at a time of crisis is a critical function of police officers.

“In situations requiring police intervention, they are often traumatic and negative,” said Deputy Chief James Hambrick, “Any little bit helps and Mollie’s bears will go far in a young child’s eyes. Our department is so thankful to have Mollie Barr in our community who wants to make a difference in a child’s life.

These are not normal stuffed animals. They are “Mollie’s Bears of Joy” because they are inspired from her heart with love. Mollie ensures they are in top-notch condition for a child who may need them. She spends her own money for the animals and even dresses them up.  Prior to giving the teddy bears to the police department, Mollie stated she gave them their mission to make a difference in a child’s life.

Mollie Barr shows off one of her bears inspired by her heart.

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Contact: Sgt. Chandler, Community Policing Director/PIO

Phone: (615) 773-6260 E-Mail: tchandler@cityofmtjuliet.org

If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please call Sgt. Chandler at (615) 773-6260 or email at tchandler@cityofmtjuliet.org

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Car Thief Has Change of Heart & Confesses to Crimes

MJPD July 31, 2012

MEDIA RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 July 31st, 2012

Car Thief Has Change of Heart & Confesses to Crimes

Case: 12-54453 

Date: July 31st, 2012 

Time: 9:00AM

Location: 2425 N. Mt. Juliet Road (Mt. Juliet Police Headquarters) 

Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – After an early morning crime spree in Mt. Pleasant, Tenn, Austin Sparks had a change of heart and decided to confess about his crimes to Mt. Juliet Police. Austin, who is 20 and from Mt. Pleasant, stated to investigators that closely after midnight on Tuesday, July 31st he began his burglaries. All of the crimes took place across the street from Mt. Pleasant High School where Austin broke into around six unlocked cars. Looking for quick cash, Austin made away with spare change, extra keys, and phones. The sixth vehicle, a white work truck, that he came to was also unlocked and had the key in the ignition. That opportunity allowed him to steal the truck, and Austin took off with it and decided to drive to Mt. Juliet. While in Mt. Juliet, he sat and ate at McDonald’s by Interstate 40 and began to think about his criminal acts. The conscious decision of doing right or wrong consumed him, and he decided he would do right. His change of heart convinced him to drive the stolen vehicle to Mt. Juliet Police headquarters to turn himself in. He shocked the police department clerks at the front door when he walked in to confess his crimes.

“He walked in and told me that he had just stolen a car and it’s parked out front,” said clerk Kinnie Long. “It was shocking. He even stated that he felt bad for what he had done.”

Investigators met with Austin regarding his crime spree. When they asked him why he had a change of heart, he simply stated that he wanted to start doing right thing. Ultimately, Austin Sparks had to be arrested for his crimes. He was booked into the Wilson County Jail where he will wait for Mt. Pleasant authorities.

“It is very uncommon to have someone willingly confess to crimes,” said MJPD Sgt. Tyler Chandler. “It’s inspiring to see Austin have a change of heart. Hopefully he is now on the right track in life.” 

Anyone with any information on current investigations or ongoing crime trends 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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Phone: (615) 773-6260 E-Mail: tchandler@cityofmtjuliet.org

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Impersonator Arrested After Pulling Gun & Acting Like Police

MJPD July 23, 2012

MEDIA RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

July 23rd, 2012

Impersonator Arrested After Pulling Gun & Acting Like Police

Case: 12-51322

Date: July 21st, 2012

Time: 9:30PM

Location: 1075 Charlie Daniels Parkway (Charlie Daniels Park)

Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – A female was arrested over the weekend after she pulled a gun and acted like she was an off-duty police officer at Mt. Juliet’s Charlie Daniels Park. The incident occurred on Saturday, July 21st, 2012 around 9:30PM when the Mt. Juliet Police Department Communications Center received a call in reference to a female pointing a gun at a male in the parking lot of the city park. A witness, who called police, told the dispatcher that the female suspect stated she was an off-duty police officer. Officers quickly responded and located the female suspect inside a white Dodge Neon at the park. She was identified as Holly Hood, 35, of Old Hickory, TN. Also in the vehicle was a male who was identified as Marvin Hood, 40, of Nashville, TN. 

Investigation revealed that Holly Hood was not an off-duty police officer. The male, juvenile victim stated that he was driving his vehicle through the parking lot, and Holly Hood yelled for him to stop his car. After the victim stopped his vehicle, Holly Hood stated that she was an off-duty police officer and ordered him to step out and place his hands on the on top of the car. The victim and many witnesses stated that Holly Hood approached his vehicle and pulled a handgun from her waistband while giving the false impression that she was a police officer. A search of Holly Hood’s vehicle revealed a .357 Magnum handgun that was described by the witnesses. Ammunition was also located in her vehicle. Marvin Hood, who was the passenger in Holly Hood’s vehicle, had illegal pills and a small amount of crack cocaine on his person. Marvin Hood is also Holly Hood’s ex-husband. Neither individual had a valid handgun carry permit. 

Holly Hood and Marvin Hood were arrested and booked into the Wilson County Jail and were charged with the following:  

Holly Hood, age 35 of Old Hickory, Tenn.

 Aggravated Assault

Unlawful Possession of a Weapon

Criminal Impersonation

Marvin Hood, age 40 of Nashville, Tenn.

Simple Possession of a Controlled Substance – Schedule II, III, & VI
Anyone with any information on current investigations or ongoing crime trends 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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Phone: (615) 773-6260 E-Mail: tchandler@cityofmtjuliet.org

If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please call Sgt. Chandler at (615) 773-6260 or email at tchandler@cityofmtjuliet.org

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Citizen Thwarts Robbery at Mt. Juliet Market

MJPD June 6, 2012

MEDIA RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

June 6th, 2012

Citizen Thwarts Robbery at Mt. Juliet Market

Case: 12-36030

Date: June 6th, 2012

Time: 8:20PM

Location: 2190 N. Mt. Juliet Road (Citgo)

Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – A 17-year-old male, who just robbed a gas station clerk at knifepoint, is in custody after citizen stops him from leaving. On Wednesday, June 6th, 2012 at 8:20PM, a 17-year-old male entered the Citgo gas station in the heart of Mt. Juliet and robbed the 55-year-old clerk. The offender displayed a large steak knife, and told to clerk to hand over all the cash and key to his car. The clerk gave the offender some cash and the keys to a vehicle, but directed the juvenile to a different vehicle in an attempt to confuse him.  A 44-year-old male citizen was outside pumping gas and witnessed this event take place. As the offender was leaving and attempting to take the vehicle, the citizen yelled at the suspect to put his hands up on the car. The offender listened and complied. After noticing the large knife in the offender’s pocket, the citizen pulled it out and threw it to the ground. Mt. Juliet Police Officers arrived as the citizen was throwing the knife to the ground, and Officers were able to take the juvenile offender into custody without incident. All the cash and weapon was recovered. No one was injured during this incident.

Charges are currently pending on the 17-year-old male juvenile offender.

Anyone with any information on current investigations or ongoing crime trends 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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Contact: Sgt. Chandler, Community Policing Director/PIO

Phone: (615) 773-6260 E-Mail: tchandler@cityofmtjuliet.org

If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please call Sgt. Chandler at (615) 773-6260 or email at tchandler@cityofmtjuliet.org

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Mt. Juliet Police Stop Vending Machine Burglars’ Crime Spree

MJPD May 11, 2012

MEDIA RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 May 11th, 2012

Mt. Juliet Police Stop Vending Machine Burglars’ Crime Spree 

Case: 12-28093

Date: May 11th, 2012

 Time: 8:00AM

Location: 5001 Crossings Circle (Hampton Inn) 

Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – The Mt. Juliet Police Department has apprehended two burglars that have been targeting hotel vending machines throughout three Middle Tennessee counties over the past two months. This morning in Mt. Juliet, a Hampton Inn employee spotted one of the suspects attempting to break-in to a vending machine inside the hotel and called police. When police arrived on the scene they spotted one suspect attempting to flee on foot and found another waiting in the getaway vehicle. Both were quickly apprehended by responding officers.

On May 11th, 2012, around 8:00 a.m., Mt. Juliet Police Dispatch received a call from an employee at Hampton Inn in reference to someone actively breaking-in their soda machine. Prior to police arrival, the suspect, later identified as William Dangerfield, 29 of Lavergne, Tenn., noticed that the employee witnessed him committing the crime and ran from the hotel. Responding Mt. Juliet Police Officers were able to spot the suspect matching the hotel employee’s description running away from the hotel through an adjacent parking lot where he was taken into custody. Police then located a second suspect, identified as Nathan McEwen, 28 of Hohenwald, Tenn., sitting in their getaway vehicle parked at Hampton Inn where he apprehended.

Investigators strongly believe that Dangerfield and McEwen have been working together over the past two months to commit similar crimes in Metro-Nashville Davidson, Rutherford, and Wilson counties. Mt. Juliet has had three similar crimes that the two are suspects in. They were arrested and booked into the Wilson County Jail.

 

Charged:

William Dangerfield, age 29 of LaVergne, Tenn.

Felony Vandalism – $15,000.00 Bond

Other charges pending as investigation continues

 

Nathan McEwen, age 28 of Hohenwald, Tenn. 

Felony Vandalism – $15,000.00 Bond

Other charges pending as investigation continues.

Anyone with any information on current investigations or ongoing crime trends 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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Phone: (615) 773-6260 E-Mail: tchandler@cityofmtjuliet.org

If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please call Sgt. Chandler at (615) 773-6260 or email at tchandler@cityofmtjuliet.org

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Mt. Juliet Police Discover Largest Marijuana Grow in City History

MJPD May 9, 2012

MEDIA RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 9th, 2012

Mt. Juliet Police Discover Largest Marijuana Grow in City History

Case: 12-26856 

Date: May 7th, 2012 

Time: 11:00PM

Location: 1802 Meadow Glen Circle 

Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – Over one-million dollars of drugs headed for the streets of Middle Tennessee have been seized by the Mt. Juliet Police Department. A drug investigation that started in Nashville over an anonymous drug tip led the Mt. Juliet Police Department to the largest marijuana grow operation ever discovered inside the city. Members of the Mt. Juliet Police Department’s Crime Suppression Unit executed a search warrant and shut down a marijuana grow operation inside a home at 1802 Meadow Glen Circle located in the Park Glen subdivision on Monday night. The Metro-Nashville Police Department relayed information to Mt. Juliet investigators, which prompted the search warrant.

Located during the search were over 775 marijuana plants, an additional 10 pounds of processed marijuana, 5 grams of powder cocaine, and thousands of dollars in equipment that was used to grow marijuana. The total street value of the processed marijuana is worth over $100,000.00, and the potential street value of the growing marijuana plants would have been well over $1,000,000.00 if all of the plants had been ready for cultivation. All the illegal drug material, two vehicles, and over $3,000.00 in cash have been seized so far in this on-going investigation.

“It is humbling to know that law enforcement neighbors can work together in a joint effort to root out drugs and their collateral public safety dangers throughout our communities,” stated Deputy Chief James Hambrick.

Two people were arrested and booked into the Wilson County Jail during the course of this investigation and have been charged with various drug related offenses.

Charged:

Stephen Middleton, age 45 of Mt. Juliet, Tenn.

Manufacturing Marijuana

Possession of Schedule II (Cocaine) for Resale

Possession of Schedule VI (Marijuana) for Resale

Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Susan York, age 39 of Mt. Juliet, Tenn.

Manufacturing Marijuana

Possession of Schedule II (Cocaine) for Resale

Possession of Schedule VI (Marijuana) for Resale

Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Anyone with any information on current investigations or ongoing crime trends 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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Contact: Sgt. Chandler, Community Policing Director/PIO

Phone: (615) 773-6260 E-Mail: tchandler@cityofmtjuliet.org

If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please call Sgt. Chandler at (615) 773-6260 or email at tchandler@cityofmtjuliet.org

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