The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department (MNPD) has announced the successful results of a special initiative aimed at combating car theft and related crimes in Nashville. Launched just over a month ago, the operation has led to 225 arrests and the recovery of 136 stolen vehicles and 64 guns.
This initiative comes in response to a surge in vehicle-related thefts, including firearms being stolen from unlocked cars. So far this year, 183 guns have been stolen from vehicles in Nashville, with 10 of these thefts occurring last week alone. This accounts for 72% of the total 253 guns stolen in Davidson County in 2024. Compared to the same period last year, where 298 guns were stolen from vehicles, there has been a notable 38% decrease in such incidents this year.
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The MNPD emphasizes the importance of Nashville residents taking preventative measures to protect their property. These measures include locking automobile doors, securing valuables, especially firearms, and ensuring that car keys are not left inside or accessible to potential thieves. The department highlights the correlation between vehicle burglaries and other crimes, noting that stolen vehicles and firearms are often used in further criminal activities, including carjackings and robberies.
The MNPD’s focused efforts to address these issues have not only resulted in the recovery of stolen property but also in a significant number of arrests, underscoring the department’s commitment to enhancing public safety and reducing crime in Nashville.
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