Police Department Media Releases All Archives 80-year-old man charged with murder after wife found dead in garage of home Murfreesboro Police Department Violent Crimes Unit detectives have arrested the husband of the woman found dead in the garage of their home in West Murfreesboro on Thursday, March 16. Murfreesboro police investigating the shooting death of woman found inside her apartment Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division detectives are investigating the shooting death of a woman found inside her apartment on Monday, March 14. Police are still looking for the shooter. Police investigating Wednesday night homicide, suspect arrested in Kentucky Murfreesboro Police Department Violent Crimes Unit detectives are investigating the shooting death of a woman allegedly by her boyfriend on Wednesday, Feb. 15. The boyfriend was later arrested in Kentucky. Police arrest a man for allegedly stabbing roommate to death Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Violent Crimes Unit detectives arrest a man for allegedly fatally stabbing his roommate to death at an addiction treatment half-way house Monday night, Feb. 13. MPD Sergeant retires after more than three decades Murfreesboro Police Department Uniformed Division Sergeant Tim Higgins retires after 32 years of dedicated service to the City of Murfreesboro. Murfreesboro police add two more mental health co-responders after first year success The Murfreesboro Police Department has added two additional mental health co-responders bringing the total number to three. Murfreesboro police continue looking for suspect after man was shot Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division detectives are looking for the person responsible for shooting a man, leaving him seriously injured. Police investigating Fortress Blvd. fatal crash; second person has died The Murfreesboro Police Department Fatal Accident Crash Team (FACT) is investigating a two-vehicle crash that left two people dead and another driver injured on Tuesday, Jan. 3. Police announce takedown of man in multi-state theft of electronic handheld scanners An electronic handheld scanner theft investigation by Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division Property Crimes Division detectives is instrumental in arresting man who has allegedly committed the same crime in multiple states. Michigan State Police identify body found in trunk of car as a missing Murfreesboro woman Michigan State Police confirms the person found deceased in a trunk of a car in Dearborn, Michigan on Sunday following a police chase, crash, and officer involved shooting is that of missing Murfreesboro woman Eleni Kassa. Police standoff in Murfreesboro ends peacefully, 36-year-old man in custody A standoff between Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) officers and a man barricaded inside a home ended peacefully Tuesday afternoon. Murfreesboro joins national week of action to help 9-1-1 callers #KnowExactlyWhere in an emergency The Murfreesboro Emergency Communications Center is taking part in the #KnowExactlyWhere safety campaign to raise awareness of the what3words app in Rutherford County, TN from Nov. 7 through Nov. 13; also educating the public on how the free app can be effectively utilized in an emergency. Exchange Club names MPD Homeless Outreach Service Team ‘Officer of the Year’ The Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Homeless Outreach Service Team (HOST) has been named, ‘Officer of the Year,’ by the Exchange Club of Rutherford County. Residents can report speeding, traffic concerns online to Murfreesboro Police Murfreesboro Police Department launched a new webpage that assists residents in reporting reoccurring traffic issues such as speeding, failing to stop at stop signs or red lights, parking issues, and others. Good police work by officers and troopers helps solve kidnapping, robbery, extortion case Murfreesboro Police Department officers and Tennessee Highway Patrol troopers solved a kidnapping, robbery, and extortion case where a man was held hostage and tortured by two men after meeting a female for sex at a local hotel on Friday, Oct. 21. First responders remind residents it’s against the law to walk on railroad tracks, two people hit First responders are urging residents to avoid walking on train tracks after two people were hit and injured within two days in Murfreesboro. Police arrest three people on auto burglary, weapon, and drug charges Murfreesboro Police Department officers arrest three men who were reportedly breaking into cars in the Rocky Lane area Sunday, Oct. 9. Two of the men were armed with guns and one of them was also in possession of illegal drugs. Shoplifters caught stealing are arrested after vandalizing merchandise and resisting arrest Two shoplifters caused a disturbance inside the Old Fort Walmart, breaking bottles of wine and throwing packages of Halloween Cookies as loss prevention workers tried to detain them on Monday, Oct. 10. The shoplifters also approached Murfreesboro Police Department officers yelling, screaming, and resisting arrest. UPDATE: Suspect arrested for September fatal shooting in fast-food restaurant parking lot Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Criminal Investigations Division (CID) homicide detectives are investigating a fatal shooting of a man in the parking lot of a fast-food restaurant on Wednesday, September 28. Police investigating a weekend shooting at apartment complex The Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division detectives are investigating a shooting where a man was shot multiple times in the parking lot of an apartment complex on Sunday Sept. 25. NEW Driver charged with vehicular homicide in fatal Labor Day crash on E. Clark Blvd. The Murfreesboro Police Department Fatal Accident Crash Team investigators have arrested the driver of the car that crashed into a tree on Labor Day, killing one passenger and injuring others. Police warn ‘Felony Lane Gang’ operating again in Murfreesboro The Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division detectives warn that a “Felony Lane Gang” is operating in the area again. The notorious group of thieves break into cars and steal purses, wallets and other valuable items often left in plain sight. Police investigating Labor Day weekend fatal crash on East Clark Blvd. The Murfreesboro Police Department Fatal Accident Crash Team is investigating a single car wreck that left one person dead and four others injured on Sunday, Sept. 4. Two MPD detectives promoted to sergeant Murfreesboro Police Department Police Chief Michael Bowen announces the promotion of two detectives to the rank of sergeant. Car burglars still on the run after stealing multiple vehicles, firing shots at officers No officers were injured when a group of car burglars fired at them during a foot pursuit on West Street Monday morning. The individuals remain on the run. Police investigating Thursday morning shooting Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Criminal Investigations Division detectives have identified two persons of interest in the shooting of a Murfreesboro man on Thursday, Aug. 11. Domestic violence detective retires Murfreesboro Police Department Domestic Violence Detective Kelvin T. Jones is retiring after 25-years of dedicated service with the department. Wanted Nashville man arrested in Murfreesboro driving stolen SUV A man is arrested and facing multiple charges after stealing an SUV with the keys inside from East Nashville and leading Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) officers on a foot chase Tuesday morning, Aug. 9. Police investigating early morning fatal crash on Memorial Blvd. The Murfreesboro Police Department Fatal Accident Crash Team (F.A.C.T.) is investigating a t-boned crash that left one driver dead on Saturday, July 30. Murfreesboro PD warns residents of home rental scam Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division fraud detectives are warning residents not to fall victim to crafty home rental scammers. MPD warns public of extortion scams targeting residents of Murfreesboro Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division fraud detectives are warning residents about a phone scam from callers claiming to be from Mexican cartels and threatening harm to residents and their families. MPD Parks officer retires Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Officer Danny Adamson is retiring after more than 17 years of dedicated service to the residents of the City of Murfreesboro. Restaurant manager fires shot at customer after dispute over food, parking lot disturbance A fast-food restaurant manager has been arrested for shooting at a customer after a dispute over food and a disturbance in the parking lot of Checkers on Wednesday, June 22. Driver charged with vehicular homicide, DUI in the fatal head-on crash in where an 11-year-old died A Murfreesboro man faces multiple charges including vehicular homicide in the fatal head-on collision crash on Lascassas Pike back in May where an 11-year-old died. Behind The Badge June 2022 Episode Three MPD officers receive the Jerry Anderson Hero Award for helping to save the life of a baby. The latest episode of ‘Behind The Badge’ also features honoring fallen officers as part of National Police Memorial Week, and Teens Citizens Police Academy students getting a behind the scenes look and inner-workings of the police department. Police arrest ‘Rock Burglar’ after attempting to break into another local business Persistent old-fashioned police work by Murfreesboro Police Department officers, detectives, and crime data analysts led to the arrest of the man known to law enforcement as the ‘Rock Burglar.’ Police do not suspect foul play after two men were found dead weeks apart in vehicles at Walmart Two men found dead in vehicles three weeks apart in the parking lot of a Murfreesboro Walmart are not believed to be victims of foul play. UPDATE: Driver charged and arrested in fatal pedestrian crash; pedestrian identified Murfreesboro Police Department Fatal Accident Crash Team investigators have charged a Georgia woman with vehicular homicide after she hit and killed a Murfreesboro man while crossing the street on Friday, June 3. Two stranded 18-year-olds rescued after kayak overturns in fast-moving water Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department Swiftwater Rescue team rescues two teens clinging to trees after their kayak overturned in fast-moving water on the Stones River. Police investigating a SUV versus pedestrian crash involving small child A three-year-old is accidentally hit and injured by a Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) after the child ran into traffic on busy Old Fort Pkwy. on Thursday, May 26. Prostitution/sex trafficking investigation leads to the indictment and arrest of Florida man Murfreesboro Police Department Special Investigations Division Vice Unit detectives, with assistance from special agents with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, arrest a Florida man on sex trafficking charges. Fatal head-on collision crash on Lascassas Pike Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Fatal Accident Crash Team (F.A.C.T.) is investigating a head-on collision which took the life of an 11-year-old child and left five others injured on Monday, May 23. The crash occurred on Lascassas Pike just east of DeJarnette Lane around 3:15 p.m. 17-year-old after-graduation shooter held in juvenile detention The 17-year-old shooter in the Riverdale High School after-graduation shooting at MTSU will remain in juvenile detention. One person dead, another injured in shooting at MTSU following high school graduation One person is dead and another one was injured after a shooting on the Middle Tennessee State University campus. The shooting occurred after a high-school graduation on Wednesday, May 18. Murfreesboro citizens respond with 95-percent ‘Positive Satisfaction’ following advancements in 911 When an emergency suddenly occurs and a Murfreesboro citizen or visitor dials 9-1-1, the first Emergency Dispatcher who answers the call for help is cross-trained, certified, and utilizes new technology tools accurately and quickly to triage the incident. This new training includes coordinating the medical, fire, and police response, and providing lifesaving and safety instructions to callers and patients before responders arrive. The training, technology and protocols are making a difference in advancing 9-1-1 services through positive citizen feedback. Reward offered for arrest of serial ‘Rock Burglar’ Rutherford County CrimeStoppers is offering up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest of a serial ‘Rock Burglar.’ The burglar broke into two more local businesses this week. Officer, resident taken to hospital for smoke inhalation after overnight fire; tenants displaced A Murfreesboro Police officer was treated for smoke inhalation after helping to evacuate tenants at an early morning apartment fire. An elderly tenant was also treated for smoke inhalation. Firefighters helped to evacuate others. Serial ‘Rock Burglar’ hits multiple local businesses; police need help identifying burglar Murfreesboro police are asking for help identifying a man suspected of burglarizing dozens of businesses over the past five months. The thief targets area businesses in the early morning using rocks to break-in. Murfreesboro police celebrate the promotion of three new captains, two lieutenants, & two sergeants Murfreesboro Chief of Police Michael Bowen announces the promotion of seven members of the department. Three lieutenants were promoted to captain, two sergeants to lieutenant and two officers to the rank of sergeant. Police urging residents not to confront criminals after car burglars & homeowner exchange gunfire Murfreesboro Police Department is urging residents not to confront car burglars after a homeowner exchanged gunfire with two people attempting to break into a neighbor’s vehicle on Sunday, April 17. Murfreesboro Police launches ‘Junior Officer Summer Camp’ for local kids Murfreesboro Police Department is launching a Junior Officer Summer Camp for children ages eight to 12 as a way of getting to know the officers in our community. Police urge residents to lock their vehicles, remove guns & valuables after rash of auto burglaries Murfreesboro Police Department Crimes Against Property detectives are urging residents to lock their automobiles and remove valuables after multiple car break-ins where 13 firearms have been stolen over the past month. Murfreesboro implements a new citizen feedback solution for 911 The Murfreesboro Emergency Communications Center is one of the first 911 Centers in Tennessee to implement an innovative new technology called CueHit PowerEngage to track citizen satisfaction and solicit feedback after a call is made to the ECC. The new technology uses text messaging to contact some 911 and non-emergency callers who have recently reported or been involved in certain types of incidents. Police arrest son for killing his father and injuring his mother; motive unclear Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Criminal Investigations Division detectives arrest a man for stabbing and beating his father to death and injuring his mother on Wednesday, March 30. Five people arrested in the 2020 ambush shooting, homicide of a Murfreesboro man Murfreesboro Police Department, U.S. Marshals Service agents in Memphis, and Montgomery County Sheriff's deputies arrest five people for the homicide of 20-year-old Montavis Jones at a Murfreesboro apartment complex in December 2020. Police shut down drug operation at a local hotel; two people arrested Murfreesboro Police Department Special Investigation Division narcotics detectives arrest a man and woman at a Murfreesboro hotel on drugs and gun charges on Tuesday, March 8. The two are also persons of interest in a Knoxville homicide case. Pedestrian hit by car, officers urge drivers to take precaution to avoid sun glare A driver who hit a pedestrian and left the scene in Murfreesboro says she was temporally blinded by the sun Tuesday morning. Murfreesboro Police names new deputy chief Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Chief Michael Bowen names Captain Steve Jarrell as the new deputy chief. Mother, son arrested after detectives seize drugs, guns, and money A mother and son are arrested on drugs and firearms charges after members of the Murfreesboro Police Department Special Investigations Division/Gang Unit seized drugs, guns, and cash from their apartment on Monday, Feb. 15. Police investigating confrontation that led to fatal shooting; a mother and son injured Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division detectives are investigating a shooting that left one man dead and a mother and son injured on Sunday, Feb. 13. Police investigating overnight fatal shooting; several others injured Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division Homicide detectives are investigating a shooting that left one man dead and four others injured on Saturday, Feb. 12. Police are searching for the shooter. Traffic stop nets drugs, guns, and thousands of dollars in cash A routine traffic stop by Murfreesboro Police Department Directed Patrol Unit officers nets nearly three-quarters of a million dollars, drugs, and loaded guns on Wednesday, Feb. 9. Police arrested two people. Murfreesboro Police Department adds first mental health co-responder The Murfreesboro Police Department has partnered with Volunteer Behavioral Health Care System in adding the department's first mental health co-responder. Magic mushrooms, LSD, and Molly recovered during undercover sting; suspect arrested An undercover operation by the Murfreesboro Police Department Special Investigation Division Narcotics Unit resulted in the arrest of a Hermitage man for possession of illegal drugs and mushrooms. 'Behind The Badge' February 2022 Episode Murfreesboro Police Department partnered with the Prevention Coalition for Success and the Tennessee National Guard Stashed Away Trailer educating parents about teenage substance misuse and the places their children could hide drugs and alcohol in their bedrooms. The latest episode of ‘Behind The Badge’ with Public Information Officer Larry Flowers also features a nationwide Amber Alert where a 3-year-old was safely found. Man arrested for multiple vehicle thefts and break-ins Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division Crimes Against Property detectives arrest a man for multiple vehicle thefts and break-ins over a two-day period. MPD promotes three officers to sergeant Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Chief Michael Bowen announces the promotion of three officers to the rank of sergeant at a ceremony on Friday, Jan. 28. Police investigating pedestrian fatality; victim identified Murfreesboro Police Department Fatal Accident Crash Team (FACT) is investigating a fatal crash involving a pedestrian hit by a truck and run over by two more cars on Wednesday, Jan. 26. Two men critically injured after a multi-car wreck, driver rescued 3 people before car caught fire The driver of a truck that was hit head-on jumps out and pulls two men and woman from a wrecked car moments before it burst into flames Thursday morning. A total of five vehicles were involved in the crash. Murfreesboro police help bust a multi-state car burglary and fraud ring Two men are arrested as part of a multi-state crime spree, accused of breaking into cars at fitness centers, stealing credit cards and checkbooks, and then using them to make fraudulent purchases. Man robs Murfreesboro bank; fits description of man who robbed a different bank weeks earlier Murfreesboro Police and the FBI are searching for a man who robbed a bank on the city’s westside on Friday, Jan. 7. The bank robber may be the same man who robbed a different bank in the same area 25 days earlier, according to a police sergeant. Murfreesboro Police Department announces several promotions Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Chief of Police Michael Bowen announces the promotion of three sworn personnel to the rank of lieutenant and sergeant. Murfreesboro police investigating robbery at First Horizon Bank Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) detectives are investigating an early after a strong-armed robbery at the First Horizon Bank. The bank robber is still on the run. Murfreesboro Police promotes three to sergeant Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Chief of Police Michael Bowen announces the promotion of two detectives and an officer to the rank of Sergeant. Three people indicted for the fentanyl overdose death of a Murfreesboro man and related charges A Rutherford County Grand Jury has indicted two men and a woman for murder and other fentanyl related charges surrounding the April 2021 death of a Murfreesboro man. Murfreesboro PD arrest bank robber minutes after the robbery A detailed description from bank tellers and witnesses, helped Murfreesboro Police Department officers arrest a bank robber minutes after he robbed the Pinnacle Bank on Monday, Dec. 6. Four residents escape injury after home riddled with bullets, police searching for shooter(s) Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) detectives are searching for the person or persons who riddled a house with bullets, endangering four people, including a three and a 12-year-old on Monday, Dec. 6. MPD officer retiring after more than two decades Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Officer Allen Cox is retiring after more than 27 years of dedicated service. Man found dead in parking garage identified, police still investigating The man found dead in a parking garage Thursday morning in Murfreesboro has been identified as David Rowan. Rowan appears to have died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to the preliminary investigation. Man arrested in shooting death of ex-girlfriend Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division detectives have arrested a Murfreesboro man for the shooting death of his former girlfriend on Tuesday, Dec. 1. Man arrested after firing shots at dumpster, sending people scattering for safety The manager of a local tire store is arrested for firing his handgun at a dumpster behind the business, sending several people running and ducking for cover on Monday, Nov. 29. Two businesses broken into after burglar smashes glass door; police searching for burglar Murfreesboro Police Department investigators are searching for the individual who shattered a glass door and broke into two businesses, stealing several hundreds of dollars in cash on Monday, Nov. 22. MPD sets up mobile surveillance trailers ahead of busy holiday shopping season Murfreesboro Police Department has set up four mobile surveillance cameras at local retail establishments ahead of Black Friday shopping. The surveillance trailers will not only deter crime but will give police an extra set of eyes during the busy shopping week, a police captain said. Seasoned Murfreesboro police officer retires after more 20 years with the department Murfreesboro Police Department Officer Stan Meeks has retired after more than 20 years of dedicated service to the residents of the City of Murfreesboro. 18-year-old female shot at a weekend party; police looking for shooter Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) detectives are searching for the person who fired shots into a vehicle injuring a woman as she and her friends were trying to leave a party after a fight. The shooting happened in the parking lot of an apartment complex on Saturday, Nov. 6. Veteran Murfreesboro police officer retires after more than three decades Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) officer Lee Brandon has retired after 32-years of untiring devotion and dedicated service. Murfreesboro cross-trains emergency dispatchers to handle medical related 911 calls for help Murfreesboro Emergency Communications Center (ECC) has cross-trained and certified 9-1-1 operators in Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD). Dispatchers can now provide lifesaving and safety instructions to callers and patients before medical help arrives on the scene, including Telecommunicator CPR (T-CPR). Noon Exchange Club names Johnathan Pope ‘Officer of the Year’ Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Field Training Officer Johnathan Pope has been named, ‘Officer of the Year,’ by the Noon Exchange Club of Murfreesboro. Rutherford County Crime Stoppers unveils new crime-fighting app Rutherford County Crime Stoppers and several area law enforcement agencies have joined the next generation of crime-fighting. Citizens can report crime tips and submit videos in real-time using an app for Crime Stoppers called P3 Global Intel. Long-time Murfreesboro Police Lieutenant retires after more than three decades Police Lieutenant Tom Sissom has retired from the Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) after 34 years of dedicated service. Murfreesboro joins National Night Out against crime Oct. 5 The Murfreesboro Police Department, along with Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department will host National Night Out Against Crime Tuesday, October 5, 2021. Activities will be held at Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd., from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Police searching for man who assaults elderly Sam’s Club worker while attempting to steal computers Murfreesboro Police Property Crimes detectives are searching for the man who allegedly stole thousands of dollars’ worth of computers from Sam’s Club. He returns days later to try to steal even more and assaults an elderly employee. Three people injured in crash after a possible road rage incident Murfreesboro Police Department officers are investigating a possible road rage incident involving a motorcycle rider and the driver of an SUV on Friday, Sept. 24. The SUV flipped after it crashed into a City of Murfreesboro Rover bus. Several people were injured. Wanted Texas fugitive arrested in Murfreesboro A Texas man wanted on a fugitive from justice warrant, for removing an ankle monitor and jumping bail, is arrested in Murfreesboro after briefly refusing to come out of a home on Sept. 14. Police in search of damaged black Mercedes involved in a hit-and-run crash that caused power outage Murfreesboro Police Department officers are searching for the driver of a black Mercedes that was involved in a hit-and-run crash. The crash caused a power outage to thousands of residents and businesses on Friday, Sept. 3. More than $350K in vehicles stolen or damaged at Murfreesboro dealership More than $350,000 in vehicles were stolen or damaged after cutting the wires to the alarm system and forced their way into Beamon Dodge Dealership stealing five cars from the showroom floor on Friday, Aug. 27. Police urging motorcyclists to ride safely after fatal crash; speeding may have played a factor Murfreesboro Police Department Fatal Accident Crash Team (FACT) investigators urge motorcyclists to ride with care after a fatal crash on Monday, Aug. 23. Excessive speed may have contributed to the wreck. Murfreesboro Police Department steps up impaired-driving enforcement during Labor Day The Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) will join other agencies across Tennessee with increased impaired-driving enforcement in hopes of saving lives surrounding the Labor Day holiday. The enforcement efforts will run from Aug. 18, to September 6. Man sought after robbing Murfreesboro bank at gunpoint Murfreesboro Police Department detectives are looking for the man who robbed a bank at gunpoint on Thursday, Aug. 12. Governor Lee authorizes $10,000 for information on unsolved Murfreesboro murder Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has authorized a $10,000 reward for information leading to the conviction of the person or persons responsible for the killing of Terrell Ray, according to a letter from the governor. Location app helps save two teens lost in park The what3words location app helped to find two teenage girls lost in Barfield Park on Saturday, Aug. 7. The girls spent an hour after nightfall trying to get back to their vehicle using Google maps but were unable. Active warrants for suspect in 2019 Halls Hill Pike homicide Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Criminal Investigations detectives have obtained warrants, including one for second-degree murder for a suspect in the 2019 homicide of 21-year-old Marquis Turner of Illinois. MPD Crime Files: Second anniversary of the 2019 unsolved murder of Terrell Ray Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Criminal Investigations Division detectives are hoping for any new leads about the 2019 unsolved murder of Terrell Ray on this, the second anniversary. Man takes own life after firing at officers A man took his own life after shooting at officers responding to a domestic disturbance call Saturday night, July 24. MPD promotes three to Lieutenant, honors 20-year and 30-year employees, K9 retirement Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Chief Michael Bowen announces the promotion of three (3) sergeants to the rank of Lieutenant, acknowledges several long-time employees and celebrates the retirement of a police K9 at a ceremony Friday, July 16. Man suffers self-inflicted gunshot wound following attempted auto burglary and pursuit A Murfreesboro man in an attempted auto burglary shot himself inside a stolen car after leading police on a pursuit Friday, July 9. MPD, MFRD encouraging residents to practice safety after man severely injured hand with fireworks Murfreesboro Police and Fire Rescue Departments are urging residents to practice fireworks safety after a man decapitated parts of his hand while attempting to shoot a firework mortar from the sunroof of a car Wednesday, June 30. A woman in the car also suffered minor burns and injuries. Detectives seeking identity of fraud suspect who claimed vitamins contained ants Murfreesboro Police Department fraud detectives are trying to identify the woman who fraudulently returned several bottles of vitamins to Sprouts Farmers Market; alleging each one had ants in them. Woman arrested on suspicion of stealing thousands of dollars of merchandise area businesses Two women are seen stuffing bags full of thousands of dollars’ worth of stolen items at JCPenney at Stones River Town Centre but dropped the keys to the getaway vehicle and couldn’t leave on Saturday, June 26. Police arrested one of the shoplifters. Criminal Investigations Division detectives charge second man in March homicide Three months after a violent murder on S. University and Sevier Streets, a second man has been charged. Man arrested in 2020 homicide at a local apartment complex Criminal Investigations Division detectives have solved a 2020 homicide with the arrest of a 19-year-old man. New technology, careless drivers causing increase in auto thefts Drivers leaving keys and key fobs in their vehicles, and not locking the doors has led to an increase of auto thefts in Murfreesboro, according to detectives. In several cases, weapons were stolen. Officer applies tourniquet to control bleeding of shooting victim; police searching for the shooter Quick thinking by a Murfreesboro Police Department officer may have helped save the life of a shooting victim on Sunday, June 13. Behind The Badge June 2021 Murfreesboro Police Department Special Investigations Unit detectives are offering human and sex trafficking training for barbers, hair stylists and nail salon workers. The latest episode of ‘Behind The Badge’ with Public Information Officer Larry Flowers also features a law enforcement group biking 280 miles across the state honoring officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. Police investigating fatal multi-vehicle crash on Lebanon Pike (Hwy 231) Investigators with Murfreesboro Police Department Fatal Accident Crash Team (FACT) are investigating a fatal crash involving three vehicles Wednesday, June 2. Police searching for suspect(s) in shooting, car fire death Detectives with the Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division are searching for the suspect(s) who shot a woman, causing her vehicle to wreck and burst into flames on Monday, May 31. Despite efforts from responding officers trying to save the woman from the burning vehicle, she died. Police investigating three separate road rage incidents, drivers urged to be patient while driving MPD Peace Officer Memorial Day Ceremony honoring fallen goes virtual The annual Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Peace Officer Memorial Day ceremony in honor of fallen officers will be virtual due to COVID. It will air on various broadcast and social media platforms, at 9 a.m. Thursday, May 13. Murfreesboro Emergency Communications Center announces Public Safety Telecommunicator of the Year Murfreesboro Emergency Communications Supervisor Elizabeth Stubblefield has been named 2021 Public Safety Telecommunicator of the Year for her selfless actions, dedication, hard work. Man stabbed to death; roommate arrested Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Criminal Investigations Division homicide detectives arrest a man they believe stabbed his roommate to death and left his lifeless body inside their rented condo. Unmanned technology aided police in apprehending wanted man The Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Special Operations Unit (SOU) used a robot and drone in aiding and apprehending a wanted man found hiding in the attic of a home, a police captain said. Murfreesboro police announces new interactive webpage The Murfreesboro Police Department is pleased to announce the launch of a new and enhanced webpage. The webpage features a modern design, easy to use navigation, and offers tools to make it easier to find police-related resources online. Suspect arrested in Friday night shooting, another possible suspect on the run A man was charged with killing a Murfreesboro man and endangering the lives of other people while trying to flee police Friday night, a Murfreesboro Police detective said. Construction worker dies after falling off scaffold An independent contractor working on a gazebo in the backyard of a Murfreesboro home dies after falling off a scaffold on Thursday, March 11, according to police detectives. Police searching for man who pulled gun on drive-thru worker over refund Murfreesboro Police Department detectives are still in search of the man who allegedly threatened a Hardee’s employee with a gun in the drive-thru back in November 2020. Sheriff’s Office command vehicle vandalized at COVID testing site Murfreesboro Police Department detectives are in search of the man who vandalized a Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) Incident Command vehicle and spewing profanities on the radio at a county COVID testing site on Wednesday, March 3. Teen victim in hotel shooting dies The 15-year-old victim in a shooting at the Baymont Inn & Suites in late February has died, according to police detectives. Police investigating break-ins at three businesses in the Medical Center Pkwy area Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) detectives are investigating several business break-ins that occurred on Monday, Feb. 2. Suspect arrested in weekend fatal shooting The suspect in this past weekend’s fatal shooting of 21-year-old Giovanni Gilis on Ewing Blvd. has been arrested in Cheatham County. Suspects used crowbar to break into two Murfreesboro business minutes apart, stealing cash Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division Property Crimes detectives are attempting to identify three individuals who used a yellow crowbar to pry open the front door of two businesses stealing cash on Sunday, January 24. Wanted fugitive arrested after skipping court, accused of firing at a police officer last year Members of the Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Directed Patrol Unit arrest a wanted fugitive – the same man accused of shooting in the direction of an officer during a standoff at a local motel last year. Murfreesboro police searching for suspects after multiple vehicles stolen from rental car business Murfreesboro police detectives are on the hunt for two individuals after they stole seven (7) vehicles from Enterprise Rental on NW Broad Street Sunday, Jan. 17. Snow, slick roads wreaking havoc in Murfreesboro, driver urged to stay home Heavy snowfall is covering the City of Murfreesboro, wreaking havoc on traffic, leaving drivers stranded, and police responding to multiple crashes. Snow, slick roads wreaking havoc in Murfreesboro, driver urged to stay home Heavy snowfall is covering the City of Murfreesboro, wreaking havoc on traffic, leaving drivers stranded, and police responding to multiple crashes. Amazon driver held at gunpoint, delivery van and packages stolen; suspects on the run A female Amazon driver is robbed by two armed men who stole her van full of packages in broad daylight on Monday, Dec. 21. The suspects are on the run. Police receiving mental illness training, faster alarm response times and more on Behind The Badge Police officers and dispatchers are receiving Crisis Intervention Team training to better interact with people with mental illness. The latest episode with Public Information Officer Larry Flowers also features how people can expect home and faster response times when their alarm goes off. Murfreesboro Police Department steps up impaired-driving enforcement during holiday season The Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) will join other agencies throughout the state with increased impaired-driving enforcement in hopes of saving lives this holiday season. The enforcement efforts will run from December 18, 2020, to January 1, 2021. Police investigating fatal crash involving road grader and flagman Murfreesboro Police Department Fatal Accident Crash Team (F.A.C.T.) is investigating a construction accident where the driver of a road grader accidentally backed over and killing a flagman directing traffic on Thursday, Dec. 17. Murfreesboro Police detectives seek persons of interest in murder investigation Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) detectives are seeking the identities of two individuals who drove a shooting victim to the hospital and dropped him off, following a shoot-out and murder of another man on Friday, Dec. 4. Long-time MPD sergeant retires after nearly three decades Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Sergeant Sam Campbell retires after 28 years of dedicated service. Police investigating shooting that left one dead, another one injured Murfreesboro Police Department detectives are investigating a shooting that left one man dead and another one injured at an apartment complex Friday night, Dec. 4. Murfreesboro Police increases seat belt enforcement during “CLICK IT OR TICKET” Mobilization As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches and more drivers hit the roads, the Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) is partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) to remind motorists to “Click It or Ticket.” Police arrest man, woman accused of robbing two Murfreesboro businesses at gunpoint A Nashville man and woman accused of robbing two businesses at gunpoint have been arrested. Quicker alarm response time expected in Murfreesboro with implementation of ASAP Murfreesboro becomes the 7th Emergency Communications Center in Tennessee to decrease processing and response times for home and business alarm-related calls by implementing The Monitoring Association’s Automated Secure Alarm Protocol program or ASAP. The ASAP program went live on Thursday, Oct. 29. Long-time MPD Sergeant retires after three decades Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Sergeant Brad Ballard retires after 30 years of dedicated service. MPD AND MFRD offer COVID-19 Halloween safety tips Halloween is just around the corner; there are more than ghosts and goblins people should be wary of this year. That’s why the City of Murfreesboro Public Safety officials want everyone to have fun but stay safe and healthy on Halloween during this COVID-19 pandemic. Police looking for suspect in fatal overnight shooting A Nashville man is shot and left for dead in his vehicle in Murfreesboro on Saturday, Oct. 24. West Tennessee registered sex offender found guilty of raping young Murfreesboro girl A Jackson man, already on the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Sex Offender Registry, has been convicted by a Rutherford County jury for raping a 12-year-old girl in March 2018, in an unrelated case. Man in stolen car arrested for alleged drug possession after causing multi-vehicle crash A man, with drugs, in a stolen vehicle plows through a red light causing a multi-vehicle crash after police attempted to make a traffic stop for reckless driving on Tuesday, Oct. 20. An unknown male passenger is still on the run. Quicker alarm response time expected in Murfreesboro with implementation of ASAP Murfreesboro becomes the 7th Emergency Communications Center in Tennessee to decrease processing and response times for home and business alarm-related calls by implementing The Monitoring Association’s Automated Secure Alarm Protocol program or ASAP. The ASAP program went live on Thursday, Oct. 29. Several people arrested for stealing thousands of dollars in items from businesses and selling them Chain saws, weed eaters, drills, tools, and home security systems are some of the items Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) detectives recovered that were stolen from various businesses and sold to a local pawn shop. Police seeking identities of individuals involved in a three-county credit card fraud scheme Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division detectives are trying to identify two men who stole tens of thousands of dollars from a victim as part of a credit card scheme. Bicyclist killed after colliding with vehicle on S. Church Street A Murfreesboro man riding a bicycle dies after colliding with a vehicle on S. Church Street Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 7. Drug Take-Back Boxes, Veterans raising awareness of PTSD and more on ‘Behind The Badge’ Citizens can safely dispose of their unused and expired prescription drugs by making a trip to the lobby of the Murfreesboro Police Department. The latest episode with Public Information Officer Larry Flowers also features military veterans walking across the country, bringing awareness to PTSD> Police investigate S. University Street double shooting; suspect on the run Two people are in the hospital with gunshot wounds following a double shooting on S. University Street Tuesday evening, October 6. Man arrested for stealing equipment and tools from construction sites Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) officers arrest a Williamson County man on Monday, Oct. 5, for breaking into three construction sites and stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of tools and equipment. Two teenagers arrested in connection to Gunnerson Avenue fatal shooting Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) detectives and patrol officers arrest two teens in connection to the homicide of Javarius Malone that occurred on Gunnerson Ave. Sunday, Sept. 27. Murfreesboro police searching for man who robbed Fifth Third bank Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) officers are searching for the man who robbed the Fifth Third Bank, 1861 Memorial Blvd., Friday afternoon, Oct. 2. Victim of Sunday night homicide identified; police still searching for suspect A 32-year-old man shot and killed on Gunnerson Avenue Sunday night, Sept. 27, has been identified as Javarius Malone. Police are attempting to identify a possible suspect. MPD receives NAMI Tennessee Criminal Justice Award The National Alliance on Mental Illness Tennessee, a member of the largest grassroots mental health organization, names the Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) and Chief of Police Michael Bowen as one of two recipients of the 2020 Criminal Justice Award. Nail salon worker accused of sexual battery against customer during COVID-19 home appointment A Murfreesboro nail salon technician was arrested for committing a sex crime against a customer during a COVID-19 home appointment on Sunday, Sept. 6. UPDATE: Victim of fatal single-vehicle crash identified The man who died in a single-vehicle crash on N. Rutherford Blvd. Wednesday, Sept. 2, has been identified as Ricky Allen Thomas, 59, of Murfreesboro. MPD increases impaired-driving enforcement The Murfreesboro Police Department is partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office for its “Booze It and Lose It” campaign cracking down on drunk driving and other traffic violations during the Labor Day holiday. Police searching for homicide suspect; shooting victim identified A 24-year-old man was shot and killed while inside his Murfreesboro apartment Thursday, August 28, the apparent victim of an attempted armed robbery. Police are searching for the killer. Serial rapist sentenced to 25 years in Murfreesboro; previously sentenced to 44 years A serial rapist who carried out multiple sexual attacks in Tennessee was sentenced to 25 years in prison for the rape of an elderly Murfreesboro woman. Man charged with fatally stabbing uncle A Murfreesboro man accused of stabbing his uncle to death, then wrecking a vehicle and fleeing on foot, Monday morning, Aug. 17, is now behind bars. UPDATE: Victim in hit and run fatal crash identified The victim of the fatal hit and run crash last Friday is 73-year-old Elizabeth Jernigan, of Murfreesboro. Pedestrian struck and killed while crossing road, driver flees A woman is struck by a vehicle while trying to cross a busy multi-lane road Friday evening, August 14. The pedestrian died. Police search for suspect after man found shot to death in Murfreesboro apartment complex Character Does Matter, 911 dispatchers honored, Cops for Kai, and more ‘Behind The Badge’ The Drug Awareness Resistance Education or DARE is no longer being taught in Murfreesboro City Schools by School Resource Officers (SRO); now students are learning that ‘Character Does Matter,’ a new program taught by SROs. The 3rd quarter episode with Public Information Officer Larry Flowers also features the promotion of dispatchers and a birthday surprise for a little boy with cancer. Police quickly nab pair of suspects involved in Facebook Marketplace armed robbery What began as a plan for a woman to sell a vehicle through Facebook Marketplace ended in a dangerous carjacking Thursday, July 31. Two suspects have been arrested. Long-time Murfreesboro Police Sergeant retires after more than three decades Police Sergeant David “Dino” Johnson has retired from the Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) after 33 years of dedicated service. Suspect arrested in early morning carjacking, kidnapping, shooting An 18-year-old Murfreesboro resident was shot and found in the middle of Interstate 24 following a carjacking and kidnapping in Murfreesboro overnight. The suspect led a neighboring agency on a chase before crashing. Police searching for person who desecrated mausoleum, stealing ashes and jewelry Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) detectives are searching for the person who stole three urns containing ashes and an assortment of jewelry from two mausoleum display cases at Roselawn Memorial Gardens. UPDATE: Suspect arrested and charged with the Fourth of July shooting of ex-girlfriend After a week on the run, the suspect in the shooting of his ex-girlfriend on the Fourth of July has been arrested. Police arrest homicide suspect in Thursday evening shooting Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Criminal Investigations Division detectives have arrested the person who shot and killed a Murfreesboro man Thursday evening, July 9. Man on the run after shooting ex-girlfriend at Murfreesboro apartment Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) detectives are searching for the man who shot a woman multiple times and fled the scene early Saturday morning, July 4. Two people seriously injured in car vs. motorcycle crash Tuesday A driver who failed to yield the right of way is believed to be the cause of a crash between a motorcycle and a car that seriously injured two people at the intersection of Memorial Blvd. and E. Northfield Blvd. Tuesday night June 30. Man arrested minutes after spraying a home with bullets, seven people inside escape injury A Murfreesboro man has been arrested for shooting at a home multiple times with seven people inside, including a 15-month old, on Saturday, June 27. Heavy rain, speed may have been factors in fatal two vehicle crash Sunday An Antioch man has died, and three others were hurt, including a five-year-old child, following a near head-on collision on Medical Center Pkwy. Sunday, June 28. The crash was the result of driving too fast in the rain. Suspect arrested for robbing and shooting a Murfreesboro man; stolen guns recovered A suspect has been arrested and multiple stolen firearms recovered following the robbery and shooting of a Murfreesboro man Wednesday, June 24. Another suspect is still on the run. Murfreesboro Emergency Communications promotes five employees The Murfreesboro Emergency Communications Center recently recognized employee promotions after a ceremony honoring them was postponed because of COVID-19. Two men shot after botched drug deal, attempted robbery in liquor store parking lot Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division detectives are investigating a botched drug deal and attempted robbery that lead to the shooting of two men in the parking lot of a liquor store on Monday, June 22. Police investigate shooting in parking lot of apartment complex A man was found shot to death in a car in the parking lot of a Murfreesboro apartment complex Friday morning, June 19. Man shot multiple times at apartment complex, gunman still on the run A Murfreesboro man was shot multiple times outside an apartment building Thursday evening, June 18. The suspect who shot him is still on the run. Verbal dispute between acquaintances leads to triple shooting Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) detectives say a dispute between acquaintances led to a triple shooting Thursday, June 18. MPD RELEASES DASH CAM VIDEOS OF MURFREESBORO PROTEST The Murfreesboro Police Department is making patrol vehicle videos available consistent with the Tennessee Public Open Records Act after multiple Open Records requests from the media and private citizens of the Sunday, May 31, 2020 Murfreesboro vigil and protest. Murfreesboro murder suspect arrested in Mississippi A fugitive from justice wanted in the 2019 Eagle Street murder of a Murfreesboro man has been arrested in Mississippi. An adult and three juveniles arrested for shooting at Murfreesboro man Three juveniles and an adult male are in custody after being arrested on a variety of charges, including shooting at a Murfreesboro man Friday, June 5. Two men arrested for burglarizing and vandalizing church van Two Murfreesboro men led police on a foot chase and were later arrested for breaking into and vandalizing a church van Tuesday, June 8. Body of man found in wooded area ruled homicide, suspect arrested The death of a man whose body was found in a wooded area on Robert Rose Drive Friday, May 15, has been ruled a homicide. An arrest has also been made in the case. Victim identified in weekend fatal shooting Police have identified the victim in a deadly weekend shooting on E. Northfield Blvd. as Thomas “Tommy” Holland, 46, of Murfreesboro. Police investigating after body of man found in wooded area A unidentified man’s body was found in a wooded area near a vacant lot in the 900 block of Robert Rose Drive Friday, May 15. Police are working to identify the man. MPD Peace Officers Memorial Service to honor fallen goes virtual The annual Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Peace Officers Memorial ceremony in honor of fallen officers, will air on various broadcast and social media platforms, at 12:00 p.m. Thursday, May 14. In past years, the ceremony has taken place at the Murfreesboro Civic Plaza, most recently, at the Memorial Wall located at the MPD headquarters on N. Highland Ave. MPD partners with Tennessee Highway Safety Office to promote ‘Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month’ in The Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) is partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office in promoting motorcycle safety during the month of May, nationally recognized as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. K-9 helps led officers to a teenager who robbed woman at ATM, another suspect on the run A Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) K-9 was able to lead a track to a teenager who is accused of robbing two women at gunpoint as one withdrew money from an Automatic Teller Machine (ATM) on Saturday, May 9. Another suspect remains on the run. Police investigating woman’s death after body found outside apartment complex The Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) is working a death investigation at the Chariot Pointe Apartments after a woman was found dead Tuesday morning, May 12. Detectives are trying to determine how she died. Bomb squad renders discarded pressure cooker in front of elementary school safe A pressure cooker was found at the entrance of Cason Lane Academy which caused a scare Friday afternoon, May 8. F.A.C.T. investigating serious head-on collision Members of the Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Fatal Accident Crash Team, or F.A.C.T., are investigating a serious head-on crash where a vehicle burst into flames, trapping the driver, just after 11:00 p.m. Saturday, April 25. Murfreesboro Communications Supervisor and Communications Training Officer named co-Public Safety T Murfreesboro Emergency Communications Center Communications Supervisor Tiffany Matthews and Communications Training Officer Brady Lutton have been named co-Public Safety Telecommunicator of the Year for their hard work and selfless actions. MPD detectives investigating a fatal shooting Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Criminal Investigations Division detectives are investigating the circumstances that lead to the shooting death of a Woodbury man in Murfreesboro Thursday evening, April 9. Shooting suspect arrested in connection to N. Rutherford Blvd. homicide Shooting suspect, James E. Evans, III, 28, of Murfreesboro, has been arrested for the fatal shooting of Woodbury resident Stephen Lopez, Jr. in Murfreesboro Thursday, April 9. Shooting suspect arrested in connection to N. Rutherford Blvd. homicide Shooting suspect, James E. Evans, III, 28, of Murfreesboro, has been arrested for the fatal shooting of Woodbury resident Stephen Lopez, Jr. in Murfreesboro Thursday, April 9. Speed may have played factor in serious two-vehicle crash Excessive speed may have been a contributing factor in a serious two-vehicle crash on S. Church Street (Shelbyville Hwy) Saturday, April 11. Inactive military training grenade found in yard of Murfreesboro home Members of the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) Bomb Squad removed what turned out to be an inactive military training hand grenade found in the front yard of a Murfreesboro home late Friday morning, March 27. MPD Detective graduates from National Forensic Academy A Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) sergeant becomes the fourth departmental staff member to graduate from the University of Tennessee National Forensic Academy (NFA). Man who broke into home last summer charged after leaving fingerprints A man who made himself at home after breaking into a residence in Murfreesboro six-months ago, has been charged with aggravated burglary, theft and vandalism. Jimmy Dean Ulrich, Jr., 42, was identified as the burglar after an Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) hit on a fingerprint recovered from a Pop-Tart wrapper. Man arrested for robbing two Murfreesboro banks months apart A man has been arrested for robbing two Murfreesboro banks four months apart, using only a note. Devon Gault, 24, of Murfreesboro, was arrested Wed., Feb. 19, for two counts of aggravated robbery. Man Indicted, Charged with 2nd Degree Murder in 2019 Heroin Overdose Death A Murfreesboro man has been indicted and charged in connection with a 2019 overdose death of a man found deceased at a gas station in June 2019. Police still searching for man who robbed and shot a store clerk Murfreesboro Police Department officers and detectives are still searching for the man who robbed and shot a store clerk and took off in victim’s vehicle, Monday, Feb. 10. BEHIND THE BADGE: Sex Trafficking Awareness for hotel managers, FACT, lifesaving dispatcher The Murfreesboro Police Department Special Investigation Division hosted sex trafficking awareness training for local hotel managers; a dispatcher helps save the life of a suicidal man more than 500 miles away. The first 2020 episode of MPDs ‘Behind The Badge,’ on CityTV is available on YouTube at https://youtu.be/3BkGuhKb0rY and airing on CityTV the next few months. Murfreesboro man plead guilty in fraudulent bar code shoplifting ring A Murfreesboro man accused in a multi-state fraudulent bar code shoplifting ring has plead guilty to the charge against him in the City of Murfreesboro. His wife has been cleared of charges. Murfreesboro dispatcher talks a man out of committing suicide nearly 500 miles away, in a different A Mississippi man who contemplated suicide, is alive thanks to the determination and quick thinking of a Murfreesboro Emergency Communications Specialist II (Dispatcher) who was nearly 500 miles away in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Firefighter, dispatcher receive life-saver award A Murfreesboro firefighter and an Emergency Communications specialist were among those honored with the Jerry Anderson Hero Award from the Murfreesboro Branch of the NAACP Saturday (Jan. 25). The awards were presented at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast held at Middle Tennessee State University James Union Building. Suspect who shot at officers identified The man who fired shots at Murfreesboro Police Department officers after a foot pursuit and crash has been identified as Larenzo D. Flowers, 26, of Murfreesboro. UPDATE: Woman struck and killed by train identified The victim in the fatal train vs pedestrian accident has been identified as 38-year-old Nadia Berkman. Her family has been notified. Man, fires shots at officers following foot pursuit, barricades himself in home A man barricades himself in a home for more than three hours before being taken into custody by Special Operations Unit (SOU) team members. Earlier, the suspect fired multiple shots at officers following a car crash and a brief foot pursuit. Firefighters discover deceased woman in vehicle in a grocery store parking lot Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) detectives are investigating an unattended death of a woman found by firefighters, unresponsive in a vehicle in a grocery store parking lot, Monday afternoon, Jan. 6. MPD Promotes Four to Lieutenant, Civilian employee retires Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Chief Michael Bowen promotes four (4) sergeants to the rank of Lieutenant – Lieutenant Jeff Baskette, Lieutenant Melonie Roche, Lieutenant Sam Smith and Lieutenant Craig Snider. Operation Toy Soldier Fraudulent bar code shoplifting ring busted Murfreesboro Police and authorities in Alabama have dismantled a shoplifting ring where fraudulent UPC bar codes were used to purchase Star Wars theme toys and other action figures for pennies on the dollar, throughout the Southeast and reselling them online. Two MPD officers honored by Tennessee Highway Safety Office Two Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) officers were among dozens of law enforcement officers statewide to be honored by the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) for their efforts in keeping Middle Tennessee roadways safer. MPD issues warning about banking texting scam A Murfreesboro woman is the latest victim of a texting scam targeting banking customers. Florida fugitive arrested after stand-off with police A man wanted on a felony warrant for probation violation out of Florida is taken into custody after a two-hour stand-off with Murfreesboro Police Department’s SWAT Team. Charges pending in fatal crash A Murfreesboro man is deceased and another one injured following a single vehicle crash on Warrior Driver Saturday morning, Dec. 7. Couple arrested for a string of business burglaries A Murfreesboro man and woman have been arrested and charged with a string of commercial business burglaries that occurred over three months. Suspect arrested for vandalizing MPD patrol vehicle A Murfreesboro man is behind bars after being arrested for vandalizing a Murfreesboro Police Department patrol vehicle. NW Broad Street Fatal Crash victim’s identity released The 19-year old man killed in the crash on NW Broad Street on Wednesday, Nov. 6, has been identified as Justin Lee Howard (03-08-2000) of Readyville, Tenn. NW Broad Street Fatal crash A 19-year old man was killed after his vehicle veered off the roadway and down an embankment, striking a tree, in the southbound lane of NW Broad Street (Hwy 41/70) on Wednesday morning, Nov. 6. Grand Jury indicts Kelsey Ketron on multiple charges A Rutherford County Grand Jury has returned three indictments against Universal International Insurance employee Kelsey Ketron who faces more than 70 separate charges. MPD AND MFRD OFFER HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS It’s that time of year for trick-or-treating, haunted houses and all things ghosts and goblins, but the spooky fun can easily turn dangerous if you’re not careful. That’s why city public safety officials want to make sure you’re safe this Halloween. MAN ROBS FOUR CONVENIENCE STORES WITH BB GUN ARRESTED A man who has been robbing stores along Memorial Blvd. over the past week and a half has been arrested. Mark Longmire, Jr., 29, is accused of robbing the following businesses using what appeared to be a shotgun and getting away with hundreds of dollars and cigarettes. THIEVES PULL OFF A HIGH-DOLLAR JEWELRY HEIST Murfreesboro Police Detectives are trying to track down the men who allegedly pulled off high-dollar jewelry heists at Sam’s Clubs from Tennessee to Illinois, including one in Murfreesboro on Thursday, Oct. 17. NOON EXCHANGE CLUB NAMES MPD OFFICER NATHAN CORWIN ‘OFFICER OF THE YEAR’ Murfreesboro Police Department Officer Nathan Corwin has been named, ‘Officer of the Year,’ by the Noon Exchange Club of Murfreesboro. MAN ARRESTED FOR SHOOTING AT VEHICLES WHILE DRIVING A man called 9-1-1 Sunday, Oct. 6, claiming he was being followed. He fired shots while driving along the Interstate, striking a vehicle and damaging his own. MAN ARRESTED FOR SHOOTING AT VEHICLES WHILE DRIVING A man called 9-1-1 Sunday, Oct. 6, claiming he was being followed. He fired shots while driving along the Interstate, striking a vehicle and damaging his own. BANK ROBBERY 19-0021092 On Tuesday, October 8, at approximately 3:03 p.m., Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a call of a robbery at the First Tennessee Bank, 123 W. Thompson Lane. MPD INVESTIGATES RASH OF VEHICLE BREAK-INS The Murfreesboro Police Department is investigating a rash of vehicle break-ins where car windows were shattered, vehicles broken into and items stolen early Monday morning, Oct. 7. MPD WARNS OF CON ARTISTS IMPERSONATING POLICE OFFICER A Murfreesboro man was swindled out of nearly $18,000 by someone using a spoofed Murfreesboro Police Department phone number, claiming there were warrants out for the man’s arrest and that his social security number had been compromised. MPD WELCOMES NINE NEW OFFICERS The Murfreesboro Police Department’s newest officers graduated Sept. 27 from the Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy (TLETA) in Nashville. The officers, who were part of Class 1869, spent 12-weeks studying and training at the Basic Police School. EXPLOSIVE DEVICE FOUND IN VEHICLE OF A MAN WHO OVERDOSED A convenience store was temporarily closed for business early Sunday morning after a possible improvised explosive device (IED) was found inside a vehicle where the driver is believed to have overdosed. Police Seek Suspect in Triple Shooting Three people were rushed to the hospital and a gunman is on the run following a shooting at an apartment complex late Sunday night. Police were dispatched to The Pointe at Raiders Campus Apartments, 2315 N. Tennessee Blvd. around 11:30 p.m., Sept. 22, and discovered three male victims suffering from gunshot wounds. POLICE INVESTIGATING A SUSPICIOUS SHOOTING DEATH Murfreesboro Police Criminal Investigations Division (CID) detectives are investigating a suspicious shooting that left a man dead. VICTIM’S IDENTITY RELEASED IN WEEKEND HOMICIDE The victim in Sunday morning’s fatal shooting on Halls Hill Pike has been identified as Marquis Turner, 21, who was visiting from Illinois. POLICE SEEK SUSPECT IN OVERNIGHT HOMICIDE A man is dead, and police are looking for the suspect, after responding to shooting near the city-county line early Sunday morning. IDENTITY OF HOMICIDE VICTIM RELEASED The victim in the Labor Day homicide has been identified as Keldrick Maurice Moore, 18, of Murfreesboro. ONE PERSON IS DEAD ANOTHER ONE INJURED IN A LABOR DAY SHOOTING Murfreesboro Police Department is investigating a shooting that left one man dead, and another one injured. A car fleeing the shooting scene was later involved in a four-vehicle crash. TWO PASSENGERS RESCUED FROM SUV AFTER CRASHING WITH SEMI-TRUCK A man is facing multiple charges after a serious injury crash with a semi-truck that left two passengers trapped Thursday night (Aug. 22), closing parts of Memorial Blvd. for hours. SUSPECT SOUGHT IN OVERNIGHT SHOOTING A Murfreesboro man who has survived gun violence in the past is shot yet again overnight. Officers responded to reports of shots fired around 2:15 a.m. at Greenland East Apartments, 816 Greenland Drive, and found the victim, Darnell Mayer AKA “Deuce”, 49, of Murfreesboro, laying in front of the complex with multiple gunshot wounds. MURFREESBORO MAN FATALLY SHOT, SHOOTER STEALS HIS VEHICLE, VICTIM IDENTIFIED The Murfreesboro Police Department has launched an investigation into a fatal shooting of man, in his late 20’s, overnight and is trying to track down the shooter who stole the victim’s vehicle. Best Buy Burglary Investigation The Murfreesboro Police Department is investigating a commercial burglary that occurred during the early morning hours of June 21, 2019 at Best Buy, 2615 Medical Center Pkwy where a group of burglars stole thousands of dollars’ worth of Apple products. F.A.C.T. TEAM INVESTIGATION S. RUTHERFORD FATAL CRASH On Saturday, July 20, 2019, at approximately 8:50 pm, Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a serious injury crash involving a motorcycle and a pickup truck in 2700 block of S. Rutherford Blvd. The preliminary investigation revealed the driver of a GMC Sierra pickup was exiting the Blue Apartments and attempted to turn onto S. Rutherford Blvd. and when it was struck on the side by the motorcycle. Minor Street Shooting 19-013897 On Thursday July 11, at approximately 12:51 a.m. Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a report of a shooting in the 700 block of Minor Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered a male subject had been shot multiple times. Eagle Street Shooting Victim Identified, Suspect Sought The Eagle Street fatal shooting victim has been identified as Daicori Saunders, 25, of Murfreesboro. A murder warrant has been issued for suspect Quandre Knowles, 22, of Murfreesboro. Cigarette Burglars Target Murfreesboro Businesses Over the past two months, more than a dozen Murfreesboro businesses have been the target of burglars stealing large quantities of cigarettes. In one of the break-ins, the thieves stole more than 100 cartons of cigarettes and an additional 110 single packs. The break-ins have occurred at different times of the night. In most of the burglaries, a rock was used to break the glass on the front door to gain entry. The suspects are in and out of the businesses before officers can arrive. Suspect sought in a fatal shooting On Friday, June 21 at approximately 11:29 p.m., Murfreesboro Police Officers were dispatched to the 1400 block of Minor Street in reference to a disturbance between a group of people. Police were advised one of the individuals, who was reportedly intoxicated, had already left the area. The man was later found lying on the ground in the 1300 block of Eagle Street. The preliminary investigation revealed the 25-year old victim, whose name is being withheld at this time, had been shot multiple times. FACT INVESTIGATION FATAL ACCIDENT On Friday, June 21 at approximately 10:00 a.m., Murfreesboro Police Officers were dispatched to a car wash on South Church Street about a report of a serious injury crash. The preliminary investigation revealed a female driving a 2016 Toyota Rav4 was attempting to pay using the automated machine, while holding one foot on the brake with the door open. The car rolled forward and the door hit a pole, pinning the victim. Officer Death It is with deep sorrow to report that a Murfreesboro Police Officer was found deceased at his Murfreesboro residence this afternoon. Suspicious package found at Rutherford County Republican Party Headquarters rendered safe At approximately 9:03 a.m., Friday, Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to the Rutherford County Republican Party Headquarters, located on E. Main St., in reference to a suspicious package found outside the building. An employee took the box inside, opened it and saw what appeared to be a possible explosive device. Police were notified immediately. MPD announces the graduation of two Sergeants from Northwestern School of Police and Staff Command The Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) is proud to announce the graduation of Sergeant Jason Higgins and Sergeant Wayne Lawson from the Northwestern University School of Police Staff and Command. Click It or Ticket 2019 The Murfreesboro Police Department, in cooperation with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) and local law enforcement agencies, will participate in the summer 2019 "Click It or Ticket" campaign in an effort to save lives. Shooting Investigation 19-10156 On Tuesday, May 21, 2019, at approximately 8:20 am, Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a call of shots fired in the 1000 block of Sawyer Drive. Upon arrival, Officers found an adult male with a gunshot wound to his arm. Fatal Crash Death Investigation 19-0009881 On Friday, May 17, at approximately 7:23 a.m., Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a single vehicle crash in the 400 block of Kings Ridge Drive. UPDATE: Names of victims released in unrelated shootings The victim in the shooting outside Sam’s Sports Bar has been identified as Daniel Lee McCracken, 34, of Battle Creek Michigan. The shooting victim in the Hancock Street shooting has been identified as Darnell Lamar Mayer, 48, of Murfreesboro. Murfreesboro Police respond to two separate shootings minutes apart On Monday May 6, at approximately 12:43 a.m., Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to Sam’s Sports Grill, 1720 Old Fort Parkway, to a report of a shooting. Approximately 25-minutes later (1:08 a.m.), officers responded to a report of an unrelated shooting at the corner of Hancock Street and Minor Street. Murfreesboro Police Department Promotes Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in May The Murfreesboro Police Department will be partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office to promote motorcycle safety during the month of May, which is nationally recognized as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Agencies participate by providing information and increasing awareness in their communities about the importance of sharing the road and looking twice for motorcyclists. Citizens Police Academy Graduation Session 36 Twenty-two citizens graduated from the 36th session of the Murfreesboro Police Department Citizens Police Academy (CPA). NO ONE INJURED AFTER POSSIBLE IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICE DAMAGES APARTMENT UNIT At approximately 4:11 a.m. Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to reports of a possible explosion that may have been caused by some type of improvised explosive device at the Vie Apartments, 1345 Wenlon Dr. NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATORS WEEK They are the calm voices behind the scenes, working together to answer 9-1-1 emergency and non-emergency calls for service and coordinating public safety emergency responses. Next week, Murfreesboro’s Emergency Communications Specialists will be honored for their dedicated service. Juvenile fires shots inside a Murfreesboro home On March 31, 2019, at approximately 4:12 a.m., Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to the 2000 block of Olympia Place in reference to a subject entering a home through a window, firing shots and then fleeing the scene. 19-0006416 Fatal Domestic On March 31 at approximately 2:55 a.m., Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a domestic situation at 417 Sunset Avenue. The preliminary investigation revealed Martin Benito Montemayor, 54, is accused of killing his wife, Judith Montemayor, 53. CROWBAR BURGLARS TARGET BUSINESSES IN MURFREESBORO Over the past month and a half, a group of burglars have been using crowbars to gain entrance into at least eight Murfreesboro businesses stealing cash, lottery tickets and cigarettes. Fatal Pedestrian Crash F.A.C.T. Investigation 19-0005580 The pedestrian hit and killed by a vehicle Tuesday night, March 19, in the 2400 Block of S. Church Street (Hwy 231) has been identified as Julio A. Martinez, 58, of Orlando, FL. Forrest Street Fatal Shooting Victim Identified The victim in the fatal shooting on Forrest Street Wednesday March 13 has been identified as Carmen E. Simmons, 18, of Christiana. Crystal Bear Trail Domestic Shooting and Stabbing Murfreesboro Police Officers were dispatch to a home in the 1000 block of Crystal Bear Trail at approximately 11:31 p.m., March 7, to a report of a possible domestic shooting and stabbing. Gun Store Theft Arrests On Tuesday, Feb. 26, at approximately 3:33 p.m., Murfreesboro Police officers responded to Bullseye Gun Gear & Pawn, 130 Shelby St., in reference to a panic alarm and possible theft. Upon arrival, employees of the business had six male subjects detained in the parking lot. The individuals were then taken into custody by MPD officers. Fatal Wreck On Saturday February 24, 2019, at approximately 1:36 a.m., Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) dispatch received a 911 call about a domestic situation, in a moving vehicle. The caller, who was a passenger in the vehicle, informed dispatch that she had been assaulted. The driver, Joshua Williams, 39, of Freeport, Ill., refused to stop the vehicle. Police arrest man coined the ‘Mule Kick Burglar’; ties him to nearly five dozen business burglarie A man, who police are calling the ‘Mule Kick Burglar,’ has been arrested and tied to at least 59 business break-ins in several Middle Tennessee communities. Murfreesboro Fatal Shooting At approximately 6:59 p.m. Friday, February 15, officers responded to a report of shots fired at Summerlake Apartments on National Drive. Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim who had been shot. The victim was pronounced dead on the scene; the motive is unknown. MPD promotes four to Sergeant The Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) announced Friday Feb. 1, 2019, the promotion of four (4) officers to the rank of sergeant - Sergeant Chris Phillips, Sergeant Cameron Adam, Sergeant Bryant Mitchell and Sergeant Robert Palmer. Murfreesboro Police Officer Gregg Brown and K-9 'Juice' are retiring from the police force Officer Gregg Brown retired from the Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) on January 31, 2019, after dedicating nearly 17 years of service to the department. His K-9 partner, Juice, will also retire with him after serving eight years with MPD. Murfreesboro Police Major David Hudgens is retiring after more than three decades Police Major David Hudgens is retiring from the Murfreesboro Police Department after nearly 35 years of dedicated police service. Aggravated Domestic Assault, Arnold Lane (19-00001765) On January 24, 2018, at approximately 3:45 PM, Murfreesboro Police responded to the 100 block of Arnold Lane near Rutherford Blvd. in reference to a domestic situation. Upon arrival, officers made contact with the suspect’s father who informed them his son, Andrew Tennyson, 29, was making threats inside the home with a loaded AR 15 rifle and refusing to come out. Death Investigation near Old Salem and Patterson Aven. 19-1247 On Thursday, January 17, 2019 at approximately 6:00 pm, Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a call of an unresponsive person near the railroad tracks close to the intersection of Old Salem Road and Patterson Avenue. Upon arrival a white female was found deceased in a tent. She has since been identified as Valerie Jane Schneider (dob 4-29-1976). There were no obvious injuries and no signs of foul play. Her cause of death has not yet been determined, pending the outcome of the Medical Examiner’s Office investigation. City names broadcast veteran Larry Flowers as new Police PIO The City of Murfreesboro announced today (Jan. 15) that Larry Flowers has agreed to become the Murfreesboro Police Department’s new Public Information Officer. He will start the position on Jan. 22 and report to Public Information Director Mike Browning within the City Manager’s Office. Flowers comes with a wealth of experience in the communications field, having worked nearly 29 years in television news. Most recently, Flowers has served as a Multimedia Journalist for WKRN News 2 in Nashville, TN. He held the same position at WSMV Channel 4 News, also in Nashville, for 14 years. Double Fatal Crash Saturday on Fortress Blvd. Under Investigation by F.A.C.T. 18-26523 On Saturday, December 1, 2018, at approximately 6:00 pm, Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a two-vehicle crash near 586 Fortress Blvd. The crash involved a 2005 GMC Sierra pickup truck and a 2018 Nissan Titan pickup truck. The investigation revealed the Sierra was travelling northbound on Fortress Blvd. when it travelled into the oncoming lanes of traffic and collided with the Titan. Intentional oil spill contained and suspect in custody At approximately 2:10 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 13, Murfreesboro Fire Rescue responded to a hazardous oil spill from Volunteer Oil Services located at 129 Cannon Avenue between West Main Street and Bridge Avenue. During the investigation at the refinery this morning a subject was revealed to be a potential suspect. This person returned to the scene and was taken into custody for questioning. During the interview, the suspect confessed to causing the hazardous material spill. He was identified as Dustin Keener, 29, (dob 11-29-1988) of Murfreesboro F.A.C.T. Investigation 18-24430 On Saturday, November 3, 2018, at approximately 5:00 pm, Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a one vehicle crash near 1002 E. Northfield Blvd. The crash involved a 2005 Honda Odyssey. Bryan Keith Downing was taken in to custody and charged with Vehicular Homicide, Driving Under the Influence, 3rd Offense and Violation of the Open Container Law. He is currently being held at the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Department under $264,000 bond. Officers grow beards to fight cancer Murfreesboro Police officers and detectives are participating in the American Cancer Society’s “No Shave November” for the sixth year. The thought behind No Shave November is “to grow cancer awareness and raise funds to support cancer prevention, research and education”. The ACS encourages participants to “donate the money usually spent on shaving and grooming for a month to support life-saving research.” Suspected explosive device located 18-98972 At approximately 2:40 AM this morning Murfreesboro Police officers responded to a domestic disturbance call at 2029 S. Church Street and made contact with a female who reported being assaulted by a male who had left the scene in a Ford pick-up truck. She reported the subject may have weapons and a possible explosive device in the vehicle. Officers in the area located the suspect and initiated a traffic stop on the westbound on ramp of I24 from S. Church Street. While checking the vehicle for weapons officers located an item believed to be a potential explosive device. Aggravated Assault/ Pursuit 18-23006 On Wednesday, October 17, 2018, at approximately 2:10 AM, a Murfreesboro Police Officer was conducting a patrol check of the parking area of 2424 S. Church Street when he found 2 individuals sitting in a car. He approached and attempted to speak with them. They were uncooperative and fled the scene. As they fled the officer was struck by the vehicle. MPD Announces graduates from Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command The Murfreesboro Police Department is pleased to announce the graduation of Lieutenant Allen Cox and Sergeant Sam Smith from the Northwestern University School of Police Staff and Command. This school consists of an upper level executive leadership curriculum which focus on police management, human resources, personnel allocation and organizational behavior. Attempted Abduction Investigation 18-20410 On Monday, September 17, 2018, at approximately 2:00 PM, Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a call of an attempted abduction in the parking area of 2946 S. Church Street. The victim reported that three males attempted to get him into their truck, with one suspect actually grabbing his arm. Bank Robbery 18-20561 On Monday, September 17, 2018, at approximately 3:25 PM, Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a call of a robbery at 2504 Old Fort Parkway (US Bank). Upon arrival, officers confirmed a subject had demanded money from the teller by passing a note. He was described as a white male wearing a dark pinstriped suit, pink shirt, dirty tennis shoes, square framed glasses and a fedora style hat. He was approximately 6’ - 6’ 2” tall, thin build with some facial stubble. He left the bank property driving a white 4 door full sized truck (possibly a Dodge). Shooting Victim 18-19737 At approximately 9:00 a.m. today (Sept. 7), dispatch received a call and Murfreesboro Police officers responded to the scene of a male victim with gunshot wounds, located at N. Highland Ave. and Eventide Dr. in Murfreesboro. The victim, identified as 18-year-old Abanob Saad, was flown by Vanderbilt LifeFlight where he is being treated for his injuries. Double Shooting – 711 North Maney In reference to the shooting at 711 North Maney Avenue, Second Degree Murder and Attempted Second Degree Murder warrants have been issued for the arrest of: Izaiha Deshon Gleaves; African American; DOB 09/30/1999; 6’1”; 140 pounds; Brown Eyes; Black Hair. He is on probation and has a prior weapons charge. Stabbing Investigation 18-17609 On Saturday, August 10, 2018, at approximately 7:25 PM, Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a call of a fight at 1025 Old Fort Parkway (Old Fort Park). Upon arrival, officers found an adult male victim suffering from multiple stab wounds. He was treated on scene by Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department personnel and Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services who then transported to St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital for transfer to Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Homicide Investigation, East St and Ewing Blvd., 18-17227 On Monday, August 6, 2018, at approximately 9:00 PM, Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a call of shots fired in the area of East Street and Ewing Boulevard. Upon arrival, officers found an adult male victim in the driver seat of a vehicle in the driveway of 614 East Street suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was treated on scene by Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department personnel and Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services who then transported to St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital. Homicide Investigation, Suspect Charged 18-17068 On Saturday, August 4, 2018, at approximately 11:10 PM, Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a call of a stabbing in the parking area of 338 Jackson Street. Upon arrival officers found an adult male victim. He was treated on scene by Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department personnel and Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services who then transported to the Murfreesboro Airport for LifeFlight transfer to Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Shooting Investigation 18-16904 On Thursday, August 2, 2018, at approximately 11:30 PM, Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a call of a gunshots at the K building of 235 N. Rutherford Blvd. Upon arrival officers found an adult female victim inside the residence. She was treated on scene by Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department personnel and transported to Vanderbilt University Medical Center by Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services. Officer Injury 18-16710 Today, July 31, 2018, at 2:45 PM, while Murfreesboro Police Detectives and Officers were executing a search warrant for narcotics at 1015 Grantland Avenue a negligent discharge of a weapon occurred. The discharge resulted in a Detective being shot in his leg. F.A.C.T. Investigation 18-16485 identifies bicylist fatality victim On Saturday, July 28, 2018, at approximately 3:00 pm, Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a crash at the intersection of New Salem Highway and Pusher Place. The crash involved a 2016 Ford Edge and a bicyclist. The investigation revealed both vehicles were travelling southwest on New Salem Highway when the bicyclist swerved into the car’s path. Shooting Investigation Update--Suspect Charged 18-14172 / 18- 14174 On Wednesday, June 27, 2018, at 5:47 PM, Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a call of a gunshot victim at 1311 Old Lascassas Road. He was identified as Dylan Biddle Jr (DOB 5/22/1991) of Murfreesboro. At 5:52 PM, Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a call at 1807 Greenland Drive for a gunshot victim who had arrived at that location seeking a ride to the hospital. He was identified as Albert Mustapha (DOB 4/15/1998) of Murfreesboro. Mustapha is charged with 1st Degree Murder and is currently being held without bond at the Rutherford County Sherriff’s Department. F.A.C.T. Investigation 18-14333 releases identify of motorcylce fatality victim On Friday, June 29, 2018, at approximately 7:15 pm, Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a single vehicle crash on W. Northfield Blvd near Tudor Place involving a 2004 Kawasaki motorcycle. The investigation revealed the motorcycle was westbound on W. Northfield Blvd and failed to negotiate a curve causing it to strike the curb and eject the driver. The driver was identified as Derossi Leon White (DOB 3/9/1985) of Clarksville, TN. Missing Person/ Water Search Operation 18- 14502 / 18-14460 Murfreesboro Police responded to 5430 Lebanon Pike (Walter Hill Park) at approximately 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 1, 2018 regarding a possible missing person. During a subsequent search, his body was located and recovered in the river near the Walter Hill Dam. Mr. Corley was 59 years of age (DOB 8/18/1959) and is from Murfreesboro. Shooting Investigation Update 18-14172 / 18- 14174 As a result of the ongoing investigation Lesean Janell Savage (DOB 4/13/1998), Kyle Fugett (DOB 9/14/1998) and Chasitie Smith (DOB 2/9/1995) were interviewed as possible suspects and subsequently charged with 1St degree murder for their involvement in the death of Mr. Biddle. They are currently being held without bond at the Rutherford County Sherriff’s Department. Shooting Investigation On Wednesday, June 27, 2018, at 5:47 PM, Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a call of a gunshot victim at 1311 Old Lascassas Road. At 5:52 PM, Murfreesboro Police Officers responded to a call at 1807 Greenland Drive for a gunshot victim who had arrived at that location seeking a ride to the hospital. MPD begins operating at new Police Headquarters June 25 As of Monday, June 25, 2018, the Murfreesboro Police Department will officially operate out of the new Police Headquarters facility located at 1004 North Highland Ave. The new location will be open for public business beginning at 8 a.m. Monday. Public Notice: Lost Bicycles The Murfreesboro Police Department is notifying the public that 30 bicycles are currently being held in Records. Anyone who needs to claim a lost bicycle should contact Records at 615-849-2637. Sunday, April 29 Open House for New Police Headquarters The public is invited to a special community viewing of the new Murfreesboro Police Headquarters, from 1 to 5 p.m., Sunday, April 29, 2018, at 1004 North Highland Avenue. City Police Chief Michael Bowen and other members of the Murfreesboro Police Department will be available to provide tours and answer questions about the renovation of the new Police Department Headquarters in the existing structure at 1004 North Highland Avenue in Murfreesboro. City, MTSU Police introducing Crime Free Multi-Housing safety program The City of Murfreesboro Police Department, in partnership with Middle Tennessee State University, is pleased to announce the first training for a Crime Free Multi-Housing Program. Officer Involved Shooting-Jessee Caldwell capture (18-1775) Officer Phillip Simpson has been placed on administrative leave with pay pending the outcome of an ongoing Tennessee Bureau of Investigations review of an officer involved shooting. This shooting stems from the apprehension of Bedford County fugitive Jesse Caldwell. Attempted Homicide Investigation Update (1801537) On January 24, 2018 at approximately 6:00 PM Murfreesboro Police responded to calls of shots fired in the 900 block of Greenland Drive. Officers found one shooting victim with life threatening injuries at 907 Greenland Drive. Arrests made in March 2016 Homicide (16-05412) The Murfreesboro Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit’s ongoing investigation into the in the March 18, 2016 homicide of Donte Johnson has resulted in multiple arrests. Those arrested have been charged with First Degree Murder, Especially Aggravated Robbery, Tampering with Evidence, False Reports to an Officer and Accessory After the Fact. Arrest made in Aggravated Rape / Aggravated Robbery Case 17- 24090 As a result of the investigation by the Murfreesboro Police Special Victim’s Unit, with the assistance of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigations, the Jackson Tennessee Police Department and the U. S. Marshall Service, an arrest has been made in the Aggravated Rape and Aggravated Robbery that occurred in our city on November 14, 2017. Fatality Crash 17-25495 On Saturday, December 02, 2017, at 8:05 PM, a fatal crash occurred at 2500 Memorial Boulevard. The crash involved a single vehicle, a 2006 Ford Mustang, which was travelling north on Memorial. The vehicle left the roadway and struck a utility pole and a tree, resulting in the driver’s death. Ongoing Aggravatged Rape/Aggravated Robberty 17-20490 As part of the ongoing investigation of the aggravated rape and robbery which occurred just before 1:00 p.m on Tuesday, November 14, 2017 in the area of Sunset Avenue, Murfreesboro Police have been working with Tennessee Bureau of Investigations and have developed a composite sketch of the suspect as described by the victim. Aggravated Rape/ Aggravated Robbery On Tuesday, November 14, 2017 just before 1:00 p.m., Murfreesboro Police responded to a call in the area of Sunset Avenue of an Aggravated Rape and Robbery. Abandoned Bicycles Public notice of abandoned bicycles awarded to not for profit organization Murfreesboro City Manager Names Michael Bowen Chief of Police Murfreesboro City Manager Rob Lyons named Michael Bowen as the new Chief of Police effective Monday, November 6, 2017. Bowen has served as Deputy Chief since October 2016 and was appointed Interim Chief Oct.19, 2017, following the resignation of James “Karl” Durr. Bowen reports directly to the City Manager.

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