Tag: Christopher Hardemon

Donald Reaves pushes security officer arresting his friend

E.Z Emerson

40-year-old Donald Reaves, Regional Account Manager of Bridgestone Americas, was booked on a citation for an assault that occurred On January 28th. Officers responded to JW Marriott on 8th Avenue South and spoke with Christopher Lee Hardemon, a Marriott security officer, who advised them that he observed a male, Mr. Neil, go behind the bar and try to steal a glass of alcohol, so he detained him. Then, while speaking with Neil, Reaves came up from behind and shoved Hardemon, attempting to get him not to arrest his friend. Hardemon told them he wished to prosecute for the push and then provided them with footage confirming his statements. Reaves was cited for the incident.

Florida Tourist Richard Willis drunkenly refuses to leave Embassy Suites

E.Z Emerson

56-year-old Florida tourist Richard Scott Willis refused to leave Embassy Suites on Demonbreun on February 19th. Security for the hotel flagged officers down, and they went into the 7th Avenue entrance. Officers observed Willis talking to the witnesses, the manager, and other security personnel. Hotel staff advised officers that Willis was asked to leave due to his behavior and was escorted out. Hotel Staff then explained that Willis returned shortly after, which was when they alerted the authorities. Officers observed Willis showing signs of impairment, and he was taken into custody for criminal trespass and public intoxication.