Tag: criminal trespass

Nicholas Kellum caught smoking blunt while trespassing at Waterford Crossing Apartments

Brodie Martin

20-year-old Nicholas Kellum was caught trespassing by the property manager of the Waterford Crossing Apartments, Brittany Owens, on September 4th. Owens disclosed that officers had already visited the premises on September 3rd regarding matters related to Kellum. Owens stated on that day, officers had made contact with Kellum. Owens informed him that he was no longer allowed on the property. Following this, staff escorted officers to the back of the leasing office. Officers made contact with Kellum, who was observed sitting on a bench and actively rolling a marijuana blunt. He was then taken into custody for the incident. During an arrest search, officers found 4.5 grams of marijuana on his person. When asked about the amount of weed Kellum had on him, he stated that he had about two grams. Kellum was then transported to booking and charged with possession/casual exchange and criminal trespassing on September 4th.

Gregory Fraction resists arrest after refusing to leave the Nashville Rescue Mission

Brodie Martin

50-year-old Gregory Fraction was seen refusing to leave the Nashville Rescue Mission on September 2nd. Staff at the location requested that officers remove Fraction because he already had an active trespass waiver. When officers arrived, they observed that Fraction was standing at the main entrance door and displaying signs of intoxication. While speaking with Fraction, officers reported that he was uncooperative, refused to provide necessary information, and was argumentative. Fraction was then placed in custody and escorted to a patrol car so officers could conduct an arrest search. During that process, Fraction showed increased agitation and resistance. This led to Fraction pushing, pulling, and locking his legs while officers attempted to put him inside the patrol vehicle. Once Fraction was secured inside the patrol car, he stated his entire body hurt and requested an ambulance. Once medics arrived and Fraction was in the back of the ambulance, he ripped off the medical equipment that was being used to obtain his vitals. Following this, Fraction was transported to booking and charged with criminal trespassing, resisting arrest, and public intoxication on September 3rd.

Spencer (Samuel) Barnhill jailed after stealing bike from Vanderbilt University Residential Hall

Brodie Martin

On August 31st, at 6:11 a.m., 27-year-old Spencer (Samuel) Barnhill was seen stealing an electric scooter from the Morgan House Residential Hall on the Vanderbilt University campus. Campus surveillance footage showed Barnhill using Fiskars branded bolt cutters to cut a cable lock off the scooter and then steal it. Barnhill then left the bolt cutter at the scene of the crime. Through investigation, officers found that Barnhill was homeless, and his prints matched the ones on the bolt cutter. Barnhill was later found at the intersection of Blakemore and 23rd Avenue South riding a bicycle that morning and carrying a long set of bolt cutters.

On September 2nd, officers were dispatched to the Vanderbilt Stevenson Center for a person who was possibly intoxicated. When officers arrived, they located Barnhill leaning over his knees with his head on the ground. It was then found that Barnhill had outstanding warrants out of Hickman County. Barnhill was then taken into custody for 2 counts of criminal trespassing and possession of burglary tools.

Christopher Nowak refuses to leave Spring Hill Hotel despite not having room booked

E.Z Emerson

28-year-old Christopher Nowak caused a disturbance at the Spring Hill Hotel on Representative John Lewis Way South in the early hours of September 1st. Officers were dispatched to the hotel regarding Nowak refusing to pay for taxi services. When they arrived, they told Nowak he needed to pay, to which he complied. Then, Nowak was informed by the hotel staff and officers that he had no residence there and could no longer be on the property. After this, the police gave Nowak multiple chances to leave and not return. However, he continued to disregard their orders. During their interaction, officers noticed that Nowak had a strong alcoholic odor coming from his breath and showed signs of impairment. Nowak was then taken into custody for public intoxication and criminal trespass.

Brandy Braly throws large rock at car while causing scene at Dunkin Donuts

Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

34-year-old Brandy Braly was observed trespassing and being disorderly at a Dunkin’ Donuts on Rosa L Parks Boulevard on August 8th. When police arrived, they engaged with Braly to offer assistance. Despite this, Braly continued to have strangers call 911 for various reasons. It was discovered that the day before, Braly had been asked to leave Nashville’s rescue mission. Braly was then sent to a mental health cooperative, where she refused to participate in the program. Despite being offered assistance by officers, Braly refused all help and was asked to leave the Dunkin’ Donuts by the staff. As officers were leaving, they saw Braly return to the Dunkin’ Donuts. Braly then picked up a large rock and threw it at an occupied vehicle in the parking lot, causing damage. The vehicle owner did not wish to prosecute. Braly was taken into custody for criminal trespass and disorderly conduct.

Jacoby Lovett causes scene at Opry Mills Mall after not being able to provide ID

Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

26-year-old Jacoby Lovett was seen criminally trespassing after refusing to leave the Opry Mills Mall on Opry Mills Road on September 10th, 2022. On that day, Lovett entered the mall and was asked by security to show identification because no one under 18 was allowed inside the mall past a certain time. Lovett could not show ID, so the officers asked him to leave, which he did. As Lovett was leaving, he began causing a scene. A few moments later, Lovett reappeared and attempted to walk past security without showing his ID. He was stopped, became loud and disorderly, and asked security officers to step outside to “handle it.” The officers complied, and Lovett began yelling at them. One of the officers placed his hand on his weapon but did not draw it. Lovett then told the officer, “I got one of those too.” Prompting the officer to call for backup, which promptly arrived and detained Lovett. Lovett was then issued a citation for criminal trespassing due to the incident. Lovett did not appear in court and was later booked on the citation for criminal trespass on August 8th, 2024.

William Thomsen takes steaming dump while naked inside Bridgestone Arena parking garage

E.Z Emerson

On August 6th, 59-year-old William Thomsen was spotted completely naked and refusing to leave the Bridgestone Arena parking garage. Officers arrived and made contact with Thomsen, who was outside of the parking garage but still on the property. Thomsen immediately confessed to defecating in the garage when speaking to officers, explaining that he had no other place to do it. Thomsen went on to tell officers that he wouldn’t leave and that he would be back later. Thomsen later also told officers that he wanted to go to jail. Officers took Thomsen into custody and transported him to booking, where he was charged with public intoxication, public indecency, and criminal trespassing.

Andrew Kareri refuses to leave business he used to work at, tells police he was seeking a job

Brodie Martin

25-year-old Andrew Kareri was seen refusing to leave a business on 501 Great Circle Road on August 6th. Security at the location reported that they had to stop the former employee, Kareri because he was no longer allowed to be on the property. A witness of the incident informed officers that they had sent Kareri several emails explaining that he was no longer welcome on the property. The emails also noted that Kareri shouldn’t come to their open house. When officers spoke with Kareri, he stated he intended to attend the open house to seek a job. Because Kareri was given multiple opportunities to leave and still chose not to, he was taken into custody for criminal trespassing.

Selina Ann Williams jailed after refusing to leave Omni Hotel

E.Z Emerson

34-year-old Selina Ann Williams caused a disturbance at the Omni Hotel in the early hours of August 6th. Responding officers spoke with hotel security, who said Williams refused to leave the property. Then, when officers spoke with Williams, she admitted to not leaving after being told to. Security further explained that this had been an ongoing issue with Williams. After officers confirmed the establishment’s valid trespass waiver, they detained Williams for the incident. Williams was taken into custody for criminal trespass.

Robert Mayberry resists arrest after refusing to leave Jason Aldean’s Rooftop Bar

E.Z Emerson

29-year-old Robert Mayberry caused a disturbance at Jason Aldean’s Rooftop Bar in the early hours of August 3rd. Security for the establishment flagged officers down, advising them that they had an intoxicated individual, later identified as Mayberry, arguing with them and refusing to leave. When officers arrived, they instructed Mayberry to leave repeatedly and informed him that he would be arrested if he didn’t. The police report stated that Mayberry reeked of alcohol and showed signs of impairment while making unintelligible statements. Officers then tried to detain him, but Mayberry locked his arms forward, hindering them from arresting him. Mayberry pushed against them and resisted entering and exiting the patrol car several times. Mayberry was taken into custody for resisting arrest and criminal trespass.