Month: August 2024

Maya Karwowska kicks man in the nuts after Loser’s Bar kicks her out

Brodie Martin

28-year-old Maya Karwowska was involved in an altercation with Anthony Couch outside Loser’s Bar on Broadway on August 20th. Once officers arrived and spoke with Couch, he stated that Karwowska had hit him with her bag after they kicked her out. Couch added that she kicked him in the groin as well. When officers met with Karwowska, she admitted to hitting Couch and stated that she did so because he was yelling at her. Officers reported that it seemed like Karwowska was on some narcotic and placed her in custody. Karwowska was later charged with assault on August 21st.

Joshua Nava punches girlfriend & throws her belongings during argument over car

Brodie Martin

22-year-old Joshua Nava was involved in a domestic altercation with his girlfriend, Diane Wright, at their apartment on August 19th. When officers came into contact with Wright, she stated that the altercation stemmed from Nava being late for work and them having only one car. Wright told officers that after an argument, Nava drove away and left Wright and their child outside with no keys to their apartment. Once Nava came back, another argument started. Wright stated that during this argument, she began loading items into the vehicle as she also had to go to work. Seeing this, Nava picked up a tote bag belonging to Wright and threw it across the parking lot. In return, she threw an item belonging to Nava across the parking lot. Wright told officers that once she sat down in the car, Nava grabbed her out of it. Wright said as Nava did this, he was scratching and clawing her in the face and chest. A witness of the incident, Ms. Tabor, confirmed that there was an argument and said that she had observed Nava grabbing Wright. The witness also added that she had seen Nava balling up his fist and hitting Wright in her face. Nava was taken into custody and charged with domestic assault.

Jon Brotherton drunkenly destroys Vision of Life Outreach’s glass front door during altercation

Brodie Martin

39-year-old Jon Brotherton destroyed Vision of Life Outreach’s glass front door on September 27th, 2020. When officers arrived and spoke with a witness of the incident, Ronnie Smiley, he stated that Brotherton came inside to worship. While Brotherton was there, it was reported that he became disorderly, so he was asked to leave, which he did. Brotherton later returned and kicked the glass front door. This caused it to shatter and give Brotherton a laceration on his foot. Once officers came into contact with Brotherton, he confessed to them that he had been drinking earlier in the night. Officers then cited Brotherton for the occurrence that day. Brotherton was later booked on the citation of disorderly conduct and charged with public intoxication on August 19th, 2024.

Alvin Taylor II steals $5,953 worth of electronics with help of employee at Walmart

E.Z Emerson

43-year-old Alvin Taylor II stole from the Hamilton Church Road Walmart multiple times between July 7th and August 19th with the assistance of an employee, Jazmine Reed. On August 20th, an employee of Walmart’s asset protection team called 911 to the location. The employee advised that Jackson admitted to stealing $5,953 worth of merchandise, including three PlayStation 5s, five MacBook laptops, one iPad, and four Series 9 Apple Watches. When officers arrived, the asset protection employee provided them with a handwritten list, labeling the value of each stolen item, and informed them that Walmart wished to press charges. Under Miranda, Taylor II refused to speak with the police or answer their questions. Then, officers observed still photos showing Taylor II with what is believed to be the merchandise in question before walking past the points of sale on July 7th, August 12th, August 15th, and August 19th.

While on the scene, officers interviewed Reed, who, Under Miranda, stated that Taylor II approached her about a month ago. Reed said Taylor II asked her to give him electronics that she had the key to access. Then, she said Taylor II told her he intended to pay for the electronic items upfront at a different register. Reed added that she complied with Taylor II’s requests but became skeptical after he asked numerous times. Reed advised that she did not know he was stealing the merchandise when she gave it to him. However, Taylor II told officers she knew he was not paying for the electronics. Taylor II was then taken into custody for theft on August 21st.

Sean Noon unable to pay tab at MJ’s Cool Spot after drinking $76 worth of alcohol & behaving “creepily” towards woman

Brodie Martin

45-year-old Sean Noon was unable to pay his tab MJ’s Chill Spot on August 19th. When officers arrived, they observed Noon being detained by the bar’s security. After speaking with a witness, the officers were informed that Noon was behaving “creepily” towards her. She stated Noon began grabbing her shirt while pushing her. The witness stated that other people saw this behavior from Noon. She stated bar patrons came to her defense and escorted Noon off the premises. The witness informed officers that she did not wish to prosecute. Officers then spoke with the bartender to learn what led to the altercation. The bartender told officers that Noon bought $76.76 worth of alcohol but had no way to pay for it. When Noon could not find a way to pay, security told him that he had to figure it out and that he was not free to leave. When officers came into contact with Noon, they observed several signs of intoxication. Noon was then taken into custody to prevent further incidents. After being transported to booking, Noon was charged with public intoxication and theft.

DUI: Amanda Loreman crashes car after having glass of wine with dinner

Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

33-year-old Amanda Loreman was caught driving under the influence after being involved in a car crash near Sapphire & Sage on Gallatin Pike on August 20th. When officers arrived on the scene, they spoke with Loreman. She admitted that she was the driver of one of the vehicles involved. Loreman claimed that while she was driving down Gallatin Pike, she was hit by someone. While speaking with Loreman, officers noticed the faint smell of alcohol on her breath. Officers also noticed she was unsteady on her feet and her eyes were bloodshot. When asked if she had anything to drink, Loreman admitted to officers that she had a glass of wine with dinner. Officers then asked Loreman to perform sobriety tests, which she consented to. However, she performed poorly and showed numerous signs of impairment. Loreman was then taken into custody for driving under the influence and refusing implied consent on August 21st.

Jeremiah Jackson yells at patrons outside Red Door Saloon East after refusing to go home

E.Z Emerson

34-year-old Jeremiah Jackson caused a disturbance at The Red Door Saloon on Forest Avenue late August 20th. Employees at the establishment alerted the authorities, advising them that Jackson had been kicked out of the bar due to his behavior. They added that he continued to stand outside, yelling at patrons as they entered. When officers approached Jackson, they noticed he reeked of alcohol and showed signs of impairment. Officers then asked Jackson if he had a ride home or could order a taxi. Jackson told them that he could, but he refused to do so. After several unsuccessful attempts to get Jackson a ride home, he was detained. Jackson was taken into custody for public intoxication.

Damion McKenzie indicted by Grand Jury for multiple charges of aggravated child abuse

Brodie Martin

A Davidson County Grand Jury has indicted 36-year-old Damion McKenzie for four counts of aggravated child abuse and one count of aggravated child neglect on or between the dates of May 1st, 2023, and May 11th, 2023. The indictment alleges that McKenzie knowingly treated his at the time five-month-old child in a way that resulted in serious injury. McKenzie was taken into custody for four counts of aggravated child abuse and one count of aggravated child neglect on August 17th. A judicial commissioner set his bond at $75,000.

Courtney Hunt assaults owner of Pal’s Pizza Cart & damages $350 grill, tells him she will “beat his a**!”

E.Z Emerson

26-year-old Courtney Hunt threatened Brandon Miles, owner of Pal’s Pizza Cart, while on 2nd Avenue South around 3 a.m. on July 14th. On August 20th, Miles filed a police report stating that Hunt, whom they knew from previous incidents, had confronted him. Miles stated Hunt told him she would “beat his a**” while her fists were balled up in a punching manner. Miles added that this happened three separate times before filing a report. Miles went into detail, stating that Hunt ran towards him while yelling, putting him in fear of harm. He said that in self-defense, he utilized his Pepper Spray on Hunt. After this, she ran to his $350 Blackstone Grill and knocked it over, damaging it to the point where it could not function. Then, Miles reported that Hunt had come by the business twice, making “boxing” gestures and threatening him. A warrant was issued for Hunt’s arrest. Hunt was later taken into custody for vandalism and assault on August 21st.

Dean Coxworth deemed too drunk for Broadway

E.Z Emerson

61-year-old Dean Dwayne Coxworth had fallen on Broadway late August 20th. Officers observed this and assisted additional units in helping Coxworth. When the police approached Coxworth, they noticed his friends were leaving him. Officers spoke with him and found him to be heavily intoxicated, showing signs of impairment. Coxworth was deemed unable to care for himself and taken into custody for public intoxication on August 21st.