Author: Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

Isabelle Pereira deemed too drunk for Broadway

Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

24-year-old Isabelle Pereira was seen publicly intoxicated on Broadway on August 25th. Officers were contacted by citizens on Broadway saying that there was a drunk woman by herself. When officers arrived on the scene, they spoke with Pereira. Pereira had no friends with her, could not tell officers where she was staying, and had no means of contacting anyone to get her. Officers also noticed that Pereira had difficulty walking and had a heavy smell of alcohol on her breath. Officers then attempted to call the only number she knew multiple times. However, the person with that phone number did not answer. Officers also called every Hilton Garden Inn and could not confirm a reservation. Since Pereira was deemed a danger to herself and had nowhere to go, she was then taken into custody for public intoxication.

Samir Shehata assaults coworker during altercation at Omni Hotel

Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

50-year-old Samir Shehata was caught after assaulting one of his coworkers, Ehabi Abdalla, at the Omni Hotel on Rep. John Lewis Way South on July 31st. On that day, officers spoke with Abdalla, who stated that Shehata hit him in the chest while they were at work. Officers then viewed surveillance footage, which showed Samir pushing Abdalla without a reason. Abdalla informed officers he would like to press charges, and Shehata was cited for the incident that day. Shehata was later booked on the citation for assault on August 23rd.

Christian Fotachwi assaults security guards and attempts to trespass at LinQ Social Kitchen

Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

31-year-old Christian Fotachwi was seen assaulting security guards and attempting to trespass at LinQ Social Kitchen on Lafayette Street on August 26th. When officers arrived on the scene, they observed Fotachwi being combative with the security team at Linq Social Kitchen. The security team had to use force to get him on the ground and put him in custody. They informed officers that Fotachwi would not leave the premises after being asked several times to leave. Fotachwi allegedly refused to pay to gain re-entry even though he had been told before leaving that he would have to pay to get back in. When Fotachwi returned to the location, he told security he was not paying since he had already spent money earlier to get in. Security claimed that upon telling Fotachwi he could not go in, he tried to push past them. Security then had to use force to remove him. Security wrestled Fotachwi to the ground, falling into cars and outside equipment. Fotachwi was then taken into custody and charged with criminal trespass and assault.

Carlton Shelley caught gooning to security guard in Nashville Downtown Detention Center

Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

34-year-old Carlton Shelley was seen masturbating to Danielle McClain, a security guard, while at the Nashville Downtown Detention Center on James Robertson Parkway on August 4th. McClain reported that on that day, she was conducting a security round. McClain explained to officers that she notified all inmates they needed to be dressed when she did the security round. McClain stated that when she walked past Shelley’s cell, he was on his bunk with no pants on. McClain added that Shelley also had his boxers pulled down and had his genitalia exposed. She claimed that he was in plain view and was masturbating. McClain also informed officers that Shelley also told her, “Every time you do a round, I am going to have my D*** out.” Shelley was already in custody for unrelated charges and was also later charged with indecent exposure.

DUI: Dominic Mcclain caught with marijuana blunt after driving with no rear-lights

Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

24-year-old Dominic Mcclain was caught after driving under the influence with no headlights while at the intersection of McGavock Pike and Lebanon Pike on August 23rd. Officers observed the vehicle’s missing rear lights and initiated a traffic stop. Upon approaching the vehicle, officers could smell marijuana emitting from Mcclain’s vehicle. When asked when the last time he smoked, he informed officers that he had smoked marijuana 45 minutes before driving. Officers asked Mcclain if that was marijuana they were smelling, and he admitted it was, saying “yes.” Officers then searched his vehicle, and while searching, they located a marijuana blunt on the floor of the passenger side. When asked, Mcclain admitted to officers that the blunt they found was the one he had just smoked before driving. Officers then requested Mcclain to perform sobriety tests, and he accepted. However, Mcclain performed poorly, showing numerous indicators of intoxication. Mcclain was then Mirandized again and admitted to officers once more that he had last smoked 45 minutes before driving. Mcclain then admitted that the substance he smoked was the marijuana blunt officers had found in his car. Mcclain was taken into custody for driving under the influence and unlawful possession of a controlled substance.

Robert Bailey punches security guard at Mellow Mushroom for trying to take his drink

Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

36-year-old Robert Bailey was caught after punching a security guard at the Mellow Mushroom on Broadway on August 24th. While officers were on Broadway, they were flagged down by security from Mellow Mushroom. The security guards stated that Bailey had punched one of their guards in the mouth. They claimed the security guard tried to stop Bailey from leaving the Mellow Mushroom with an alcoholic beverage. This caused Bailey to become aggressive, pulling away from the security guard. Bailey’s wife also got involved, pulling the security guard to prevent the victim from getting the drink. When the security guard tried to break free from Bailey’s wife, Bailey punched the victim in the face with his right hand, causing a laceration. Officers were provided video footage of the incident, and Bailey was taken into custody for disorderly conduct.

Zackary Blackburn booked after underage drinking in Downtown Nashville

Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

20-year-old Zackary Blackburn was seen publicly intoxicated near 2nd Avenue North and Church Street on August 25th. Officers were dispatched for a separate incident, and when they arrived, they spoke with Blackburn. However, while talking with him, officers noticed Blackburn had watery eyes and slurred speech. When asked how old he was, Blackburn admitted to officers that he was only 20. Officers then asked how long Blackburn had been drinking, to which he replied he had only been drinking for about 30 minutes. Blackburn was then deemed intoxicated and taken into custody for public intoxication and alcohol consumption under 21.

Dustin Myers found holding onto pole & unable to walk after drinking at Honky Tonk Central

Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

35-year-old Dustin Myers was seen publicly intoxicated near Honky Tonk Central on Broadway on August 24th. While officers were walking around on Broadway and 4th Avenue, they observed Myers holding onto a pole outside of Honky Tonk Central. Officers then approached Myers and asked if he was all right. Officers also noticed that Myers was having trouble standing on his own and appeared to be intoxicated. Officers then attempted to help Myers find a ride home. They asked if he could call a friend to help him or find him a ride home, but Myers couldn’t do either. Officers deemed Myers to be intoxicated and a danger to himself, so he was taken into custody for public intoxication.

Wesley Sharp booked after walking around drunk in Downtown Nashville

Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

20-year-old Wesley Sharp was seen publicly intoxicated while near 2nd Avenue North and Church Street on August 25th. Officers were dispatched for a separate incident, and when they arrived, they spoke with Sharp. However, while talking with him, officers noticed Sharp had watery eyes and slurred speech. When asked how old he was, Sharp admitted to officers that he was only 20. Officers then asked how long Sharp had been drinking, to which he replied he had only been drinking for about 30 minutes. Sharp was then deemed intoxicated and taken into custody for public intoxication and alcohol consumption under 21.

Scott Comment punches security guard in face at Tootsies Orchid Lounge for kicking him out

Ke'Shaun Witherspoon

48-year-old Scott Comment was seen assaulting Kelvin Roberts at Tootsies Orchid Lounge on Broadway on August 23rd. When officers arrived, they noticed Comment was already in handcuffs by security. Officers then spoke with Roberts, who informed them that Comment was asked to leave the business, which upset him and started an argument. Roberts claims that as they escorted Comment out of the building, Comment grabbed him by his shirt and punched him in the face. Officers observed camera footage, and it shows Comment punching Roberts outside of the entrance to Tootsies. Officers then spoke with Comment about the incident. During their interaction, officers noticed the strong smell of alcohol coming from Comment’s breath. Comment was then deemed the primary aggressor and taken into custody for assault.