The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department (MNPD) has issued a reminder to residents to lock their car doors, secure valuables, and remove keys, emphasizing the importance of these actions in preventing theft. In Nashville, 734 guns have been stolen from vehicles this year, with 13 incidents occurring just last week. This figure represents 73% of the total 1,005 guns stolen in Davidson County in 2024. Comparatively, the number of guns stolen from vehicles at this point last year was 1,001, marking a 26% decrease in such thefts this year.
To combat vehicle theft and related crimes, the MNPD launched a special initiative on February 1st. This effort has led to 881 arrests and the recovery of 461 stolen vehicles and 172 guns. Stolen vehicles are often used in further criminal activities, such as carjackings and robberies, highlighting the broader impact of vehicle-related thefts on community safety.
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For those interested in Nashville’s crime statistics and related news, here are some recent updates: Detectives are pursuing leads in an East Nashville death investigation and are working to identify suspects in a fitness center burglary. Additionally, investigations are ongoing into a fatal shooting in Madison and a motorcycle accident on I-24 West. More information can be found on the MNPD website and other news outlets.
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