The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department (MNPD) has reported a concerning trend in which the majority of guns stolen in Nashville have been taken from vehicles. In the current month alone, 64 firearms have been reported stolen from cars, with 14 of these incidents occurring just last week.
In response, the MNPD is urging residents to take preventative measures by locking their car doors, securing any valuables, especially firearms, and removing keys from vehicles.
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Since the launch of a special initiative in February to address vehicle theft and related crimes, the MNPD has made substantial progress, resulting in 1,063 arrests, the recovery of 573 stolen vehicles, and the retrieval of 241 guns.
Stolen vehicles and firearms are often subsequently used in criminal activities such as carjackings and robberies, further emphasizing the importance of securing these items to prevent further incidents.
Nashville residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and follow these safety recommendations to help reduce the occurrence of such thefts.
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Three Arrested in Antioch Traffic Stop
Three individuals were arrested in Antioch after a traffic stop led to the discovery of firearms and illegal substances, including nearly four pounds of marijuana and 40 fentanyl pills. The suspects, Saibey Danjo, Jonathan Patterson, and Jalen Transley, attempted to flee after the stop but were apprehended. They now face charges of drug and weapon possession and evading arrest. For further information, please refer to the images of the individuals and recovered contraband: Saibey Danjo, Jonathan Patterson, Jalen Transley, Recovered Guns & Drugs.
