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East Precinct detectives are continuing to investigate Sunday morning’s chain of events that prompted a homeowner to fire shotgun rounds at two suspected burglars in the area of South 19th and Boscobel Streets.
Aaron Harris, 36, told police that he fired a warning shot from inside his South 19th Street home after he was awakened by a person or persons entering through a window at 12:15 a.m. Harris said he then went outside and saw two men running from his property.
Harris said he yelled “Freeze!” prompting one of the individuals, Michael D. Brewer, to stop. While subduing Brewer, Harris struck him in the head with the stock of the shotgun. Harris walked Brewer back into his yard, made him lie prone, and yelled for his neighbors to call police. While detaining Brewer, Harris said a red pickup truck pulled up to the yard containing alleged accomplice Stephen Mayo, who, Harris said, was yelling for Brewer. Harris said he told Mayo to stay put, and that when Mayo started to get out of the truck, he fired two shotgun blasts at him. Mayo was wounded in the head and crashed the truck.
Mayo was admitted to Vanderbilt University Medical Center. A warrant charging him with aggravated burglary is outstanding. Brewer was booked Sunday morning on a charge of aggravated burglary. His bond was set at $25,000.
Harris’ use of force will be part of the case file documentation that will be reviewed by the District Attorney’s Office.
Michael D. Brewer
Charles Connor, 53, faces multiple charges including attempted homicide and aggravated assault after he shot two hostages and fired at a police officer early this morning inside his Madison apartment on Cheyenne Boulevard.
Kevin Dale Lowe, 49, told investigators he drove Fancy O’Neal Luckey, 36, to Connor’s apartment. An argument broke out between the three. A neighbor called police at 12:30 a.m. to report hearing a loud argument and shots fired inside Connor’s apartment.
Patrol officers arrived and made emergency entry into the apartment but quickly exited after seeing a gunman and hostage. SWAT officers assigned to the Special Response Team responded and established a perimeter.
Additional shots were heard around 1:45 a.m. and SWAT officers entered the apartment. Connor shot at Officer John Hutcheson who returned fire but did not strike anyone. Officer Hutcheson was not injured. Connor had an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound to his foot and was taken into custody. He was treated and released into police custody.
Luckey, of Dupont Avenue, and Lowe, of Goodlettsville, were both transported to Vanderbilt University Medical Center where Lowe is in stable condition with a gunshot wound to the leg. Luckey, who was shot in the chest, is in critical but stable condition.
There was evidence of drug use inside the apartment.
Connor has been arrested over 40 times with convictions for assault, reckless endangerment with a motor vehicle, DUI, and unlawful weapon and drug possession.
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Undercover detectives, assigned to the department’s seven precincts, charged 124 persons last week with mostly drug and prostitution offenses as the result of investigations in various Nashville neighborhoods.
South Precinct detectives charged 15 persons as the result of investigations on Bakertown Road, Glenrose Avenue, Nolensville Pike, and Bell Road. Seized were 13 grams of marijuana, three grams of cocaine, two vehicles and $162 cash.
Hermitage Precinct detectives charged 20 persons as the result of investigations on Central Pike, Frist Boulevard, Arlington Avenue, and Murfreesboro Pike. Seized were 14 pounds of marijuana, 86 pills and two guns.
West Precinct detectives charged 21 persons as the result of investigations on Charlotte Pike, Twin Oak Drive, Dakota Avenue and Croley Drive. Seized were 18 grams of cocaine, 100 ecstasy pills, one morphine pill, two handguns, one vehicle and $3,765 cash.
North Precinct detectives charged 10 persons as the result of investigations on Alta Loma Road, Gallatin Pike, Jefferson Street, Brick Church Pike, Murfreesboro Pike, and 12th Avenue North. Seized were 21.6 grams of crack cocaine, 16.3 grams of marijuana and 20 Percocet pills.
Madison Precinct detectives charged 14 persons as the result of investigations on the 300 block of Rio Vista Drive, Neelys Bend Road at Forest Park Road, the 300 block of Gallatin Pike, and Argyle Avenue. Seized were 10.5 pounds of marijuana, 3.5 grams of crack cocaine, two grams of cocaine, 15 hydrocodone pills, 19 Xanax bars, eleven Adderall pills, four oxycodone pills, four guns and $669 cash.
East Precinct detectives charged 23 persons as the result of investigations on Dickerson Pike, Cahal Avenue, North 5th Street, Duke Street, Queen Avenue, McGavock Pike, Haysboro Avenue, and Meridian Court. Seized were 4.9 grams of cocaine, 130 grams of marijuana, 40 morphine pills, 45 Xanax pills, six various pills, three guns and $181 cash.
Central Precinct detectives charged 21 persons as the result investigations on 12th Avenue North at Porter Street, Rosa Parks Boulevard at Jefferson Street, and Lafayette Street. Seized were 17.5 grams of marijuana, three ounces of cocaine, three grams of crack cocaine, 24 Xanax bars and 4.5 grams of MDMA.
Persons suspecting drug activity in their neighborhoods are urged to call the police department’s 244-DOPE hotline. Callers to the hotline can remain anonymous.
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Titans' Adams wins NFL Salute to Service Award
INDIANAPOLIS – The NFL named Tennessee Titans owner K.S. “Bud” Adams Jr. the first recipient of the Salute to Service Award presented by USAA, the League’s Official Military Appreciation Sponsor. In its inaugural year, the award acknowledges exceptional efforts by members of the NFL community to honor and support U.S. service members and veterans.
Adams was announced as the winner during the NFL Honors award ceremony and gala in Indianapolis this evening. As part of the prize package, a $25,000 contribution will be made by USAA in Adams’ honor to the aid societies representing all five military branches.
“The entire NFL community stands together as a proud supporter of our nation’s troops and veterans,” said Bud Adams, Jr. “It’s my desire to see the work we’ve done encourage others to take action to support the men and women who make sacrifices daily so that we can live our lives freely.”
A veteran of the U.S. Naval Reserve serving during World War II, Adams’ connection with the military community is a personal one, and in his 52 years as franchise owner, he has been a longstanding advocate of all servicemen and women.
Since moving with the franchise to Nashville in 1997, he has been a familiar face to the troops stationed at nearby Fort Campbell, home to the Army’s 101st Airborne Division, and the Night Stalker and Green Beret special operations forces.
Located less than an hour away from the Titans’ home field, Adams has established relationships with the base’s primary commands and frequently hosts Fort Campbell troops at Titans’ home games. More than 11,000 troops have attended games as guests of Adams at LP Field since it opened in 1999. Adams also conducts an annual, all-day visit to Fort Campbell where Titans players, cheerleaders and staff can participate in autograph sessions and greet residents at the Blanchfield Army Community Hospital and the on-post schools.
Adams was one of 22 coaches, active and former players, and team executives and personnel nominated by their clubs for demonstrating outstanding support for the military community. The submissions were evaluated in December and January by a panel of judges from the NFL and USAA, including NFL greats Roger Staubach, Chad Hennings, Rocky Bleier and Jim Mora Jr. Earlier this week, the judging panel named both Adams and Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh finalists before officially naming Adams the award winner.
The Salute to Service Award concludes a series of military appreciation events and initiatives held throughout the 2011 season by the NFL and USAA inviting football fans across the country to salute members of the Armed Forces.
“It has been a remarkable experience for USAA to work with the NFL to create these opportunities for fans to join us in honoring the military community for their service,” said Steve Speakes, executive vice president of USAA’s external affairs and a retired Army lieutenant general. “It was very encouraging to witness fans share their enthusiasm for their favorite teams with America’s home team – the U.S. military.”
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USAA provides insurance and more to 8.6 million members of the U.S. military and their families. Known for its legendary commitment to its members, USAA is consistently recognized for outstanding service, employee well-being and financial strength. USAA membership is open to all who are serving or have honorably served our nation in the U.S. military – and their families. For more information about USAA, or to learn more about membership, visit USAA.com.
Nashville Zoo is offering three classes for amateur photographers of all levels wanting to explore the wild side of photography. Animal Art Photography I will be held Feb. 11, an Unseen New World Photography Workshop will be on Feb. 12 and Animal Art Photography II will be March 17. All classes are led by Zoo photographer Christian Sperka.
Participants in the Animal Art Photography classes will utilize both the classroom and Zoo trail as Sperka shares his technique of photographing animals all over the world. The courses cover every step of taking animal photos, from getting the perfect shot to picture selection and processing. Animal Art Photography II participants will also get a special photo opportunity behind the scenes.
The habitats in the Unseen New World, terrariums and aquariums, provide a completely different set of photographic challenges than outdoor exhibits. The Unseen New World workshop teaches participants the techniques for dealing with the challenges of shooting through glass, artificial lighting and more. Participants will also get the opportunity to photograph several animal feeding sessions.
Class attendees are required to have a digital camera with the ability to adjust aperture, shutter speed, iso speed, and a lens with a 200 mm focal length or more. In order to participate in Animal Art Photography II, participants must have complete knowledge of the Animal Art Photography I class.
Animal Art Photography I is Saturday, Feb. 11 from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. The cost is $70 for Zoo members and $95 for non-members. Animal Art Photography II is Saturday, March 17 from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. The cost is $140 for Zoo members and $190 for non-members. The Unseen New World workshop is Sunday, Feb. 12 from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. The cost is $85 for Zoo members and $110 for non-members. For more information and to register, visit www.nashvillezoo.org.
Nashville Zoo is accredited by the prestigious Association of Zoos and Aquariums, assuring the highest standards of animal care and husbandry. The Zoo is a non-profit organization located at 3777 Nolensville Pike and is open every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. The mission of Nashville Zoo is to inspire a culture of understanding and discovery of our natural world through conservation, innovation and leadership. For more information about Nashville Zoo, call 615-833-1534 or visit www.nashvillezoo.org.
SWAT officers assigned to the Special Response Team this afternoon arrested accused murderer Antonio Flenoy as he hid in the restroom of a unit at the Rodeway Inn on W. Trinity Lane. Officers found Flenoy while following up on information developed by the North Precinct’s Investigative Unit.
Flenoy, 24, is named in a criminal homicide warrant charging him with the January 20th shooting death of Tashelle Vaughn, 21, inside Vaughn’s apartment in the Charter Village complex on Rio Vista Drive. Flenoy and Vaughn were acquaintances.
South Precinct detectives are working to identify the gunman who Thursday night robbed the Taco Bell at 4000 Nolensville Pike.
The suspect entered the restaurant at 10:40 p.m. and ordered food before demanding cash from the register. The clerk complied. The robber fled on foot.
The suspect is a black man who appears to be in his late teens or early 20s. He is approximately 6’1” tall and weighs approximately 200 pounds.
Anyone who recognizes the suspect from the attached surveillance photos is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 74-CRIME. Citizens can also send an electronic tip to Crime Stoppers by texting the word “CASH” along with their message to 274637 (CRIMES) or online at www.nashvillecrimestoppers.com. Persons who contact Crime Stoppers by phone, text or Internet can remain anonymous and qualify for a cash reward.
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