25-year-old Joseph Ide, an employee of Vanderbilt, was involved in a traffic stop on 101st Airborne Division Parkway after officers observed him attempting to cross into an opposite travel lane on July 13th. Officers made contact and noticed a strong odor of alcohol as they approached Ide, who was showing other signs of intoxication. Ide informed officers that he had a Glock 43x and that he drunk a beer two hours before they stopped him. After being prompted with sobriety tests, Ide agreed to perform them and performed poorly. Ide was then taken into custody. A check of Ide’s license revealed that it had been suspended due to his failure to pay fines on October 14th, 2021. Ide was later transported to booking and charged with possession of a handgun while under the influence, driving under the influence, and driving on a suspended license.
Tag: possession of a handgun while under the influence
DUI: Kenneth Hallberg crashes car after having multiple mixed drinks
73-year-old Kenneth Hallberg was seen in a single-vehicle rollover crash on Highway 374 and Garrettsburg Road on June 23rd. When officers arrived, they noticed that Hallberg was visibly intoxicated. While interacting with Hallberg, officers observed a handgun in his right pocket. Once officers confiscated it, Hallberg told them that he had multiple mixed drinks over eight hours. Hallberg agreed to sobriety tests, but performed poorly. Hallberg was taken into custody for driving under the influence, possession of a handgun intoxicated, and exercising due care on June 24th.
DUI: Timmothy Weisner drives into ditch after drinking several beers
36-year-old Timmothy Weisner was seen driving into a ditch near the Quick Trip on Rossview Road at 4:47 a.m. on June 14th. Officers responded to a caller who asked for help as a man had driven through a fence into a ditch and then stopped at a church across the street. When officers arrived, they made contact with Weisner, who was asleep in the truck driver’s seat with the keys in the ignition. Officers woke Weisner up and directed him out of the vehicle. While speaking with Weisner, he confessed that he had consumed several beers earlier in the evening. Officers noted that they could smell alcohol coming from Weisner, prompting them to request him to perform sobriety tests. Weisner declined the test and was taken into custody for driving under the influence. While being taken into custody, Weisner informed officers that there were two handguns in the middle console of the vehicle. The weapons were recovered, and Weisner was charged with driving under the influence and possession of a handgun while under the influence.
DUI: Jonathan Miller drives car in reverse at stoplight after drinking one Corona beer
44-year-old Jonathan Miller was seen reversing his car at a stop light on North Riverside Drive on March 27th. Officers made contact with Miller and noticed a strong odor of alcohol as they approached him. When Law enforcement asked Miller if he had been drinking, he admitted that he had a Corona beer before driving. Miller agreed to field sobriety tests but performed poorly on them. During a search of Millers’ car, officers found eight Corona beer bottle caps and a loaded Smith and Wesson handgun with three magazines. Jonathan Miller was taken into custody and charged with driving under the influence and possession of a firearm while under the influence on May 27th.
Shaina Sheffey punches husband, threatens him with gun during altercation
30-year-old Shaina Sheffey was involved in a domestic altercation with her husband, Oliver Bowles, at their home on April 29th. When officers arrived, they spoke with Bowles. Bowles informed them that Sheffey was consuming alcohol before the incident happened. According to Bowles, Sheffey pointed a pistol at him and told him that she was going to harm him. When officers got a hold of the firearm, the safety was on, and there was a round in the chamber. Officers later made contact and noticed signs of intoxication as they approached Sheffey. Sheffey told officers that she did have possession of the firearm but that she was trying to move it somewhere else to get it away from their child. Sheffey also admitted that she argued with Bowles but said nothing physically happened. Through further investigation, officers received video evidence of Sheffey hitting Bowles multiple times while in possession of the pistol. Shaina Sheffey was taken into custody and charged with aggravated domestic assault and possession of a firearm while under the influence.
DUI: David Smith caught with handgun after driving recklessly on Trenton Road
38-year-old David John Smith was observed driving his Ford F-150 recklessly near Trenton Road and Tiny Town Road around 6 p.m. on April 23rd. Officers noticed him in the parking lot of the 7/11 nearby, showing signs of impairment as he admitted to having three shots about 2 hours before driving to the gas station. He consented to sobriety tests and performed poorly. During a subsequent search, they located a small, yellow Diazepam pill rolled in a $1 bill with residue on it, a loaded .45 caliber handgun near his driver’s seat, and a brown bag full of 99-brand alcohol shooters with one open and nearly empty. After being informed of implied consent, he agreed to provide a blood sample. Smith was taken into custody for simple possession, driving under the influence, and possession of a handgun while being under the influence.
DUI: Keeley Collins wrecks car after drinking multiple cans of Truly
34-year-old Keeley Collins was involved in a car wreck at Lady Marion Drive on April 1st. Officers arrived and made contact with Collins, who stated that she lost control of the vehicle after attempting to make a right-hand turn. Collins believed she was going 20 mph while making the turn. During their conversation, officers noticed multiple instances where Collins demonstrated signs of being intoxicated, and Collins confessed that she had two drinks earlier in the day.
Officers conducted a probable cause search of Collins’s vehicle, which yielded multiple empty and partially full cans of Truly in the front seat, two cups filled with Truly in the center cup holders, and a fully loaded gun in her purse.
Keeley Collins refused to perform sobriety tests, so she was taken into custody and charged with driving under the influence, implied consent violation, and possession of a handgun while under the influence.
DUI: Deon Mister found passed out drunk in his car at Top Dogg Liquors
28-year-old Deon Christopher Mister, an LG employee, was found passed out in the driver’s seat of his car with the engine running at Top Dogg Liquors on Wilma Rudolph late March 23rd. Officers observed this and approached the car, noticing Mister showed signs of impairment. Once Mister exited the vehicle, reeking of alcohol, officers deemed him unable to operate the vehicle. During a subsequent search, officers found a firearm and two small bottles of Jack Daniel’s Whiskey in his pockets. Then, officers discovered Mister had a prior DUI conviction in December 2023. Mister agreed to provide a breath sample, resulting in 0.156 BAC%. Mister was taken into custody for an open container violation, driving under the influence, and possession of a weapon while under the influence on March 24th.
DUI: Robert Jackson speeds down Highway 41 South in his Mustang
47-year-old county employee Robert Jackson was seen in a white Ford Mustang swerving and speeding down Highway 41 South on March 21st. Officers made contact and noticed a strong odor of alcohol as they approached Jackson. When he was asked for his registration, he opened his glove box and revealed a Smith & Wesson M&P 9mm pistol. Once officers told Jackson to step out of his vehicle, he admitted to drinking at Strawberry Alley Ale Works. Jackson consented to sobriety tests and performed poorly. After being informed about implied consent, he refused to provide a blood sample. Robert Jackson was taken into custody and charged with driving under the influence, possession of a handgun while under the influence, and implied consent.
Soldier Dylan Trowbridge found passed out in backseat of car on I-24
20-year-old Fort Campbell Soldier Dylan Trowbridge was found asleep in the back of a vehicle at the Interstate 24 ramp to Wilma Rudolph Boulevard on March 16th. When officers arrived, they came to see four individuals, including Trowbridge. A firearm was found in the backseat of the car on the lap of Levi Krshul, another occupant who was passed out in the backseat.
After Trowbridge was read his Miranda Rights, he claimed the firearm was his. Once Trowbridge exited the vehicle, officers noticed clear signs of intoxication. Trowbridge was deemed a danger to himself, so he was taken into custody and charged with possession of a handgun while under the influence and public intoxication.
Levi Krshul found passed out with gun on his lap
21-year-old Levi Krshul was seen sleeping in the back seat of his car at the Interstate 24 ramp on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard on March 16th. Officers observed a handgun sitting on Krshul’s lap. After getting Krshul out of the car, officers noticed the pungent odor of alcohol coming from his person. The firearm that was sitting on Krshul’s lap was found with a round in the chamber. Officers deemed Levi Krshul a danger to himself, so he was taken into custody and charged with possession of a handgun while under the influence and public intoxication.
DUI: Jonathan Ruiz drives drunk into a concrete wall
24-year-old Jonathan Ruiz was seen backing into a concrete wall at University Avenue on March 9th. When officers arrived at the mentioned location, they made contact with Ruiz and noticed the odor of an alcoholic beverage. Ruiz was asked if he consumed any alcohol, and he admitted that he had two beers around two hours before the crash. Ruiz later consented to sobriety tests and performed poorly. Officers observed a firearm in plain sight on the passenger seat. Jonathan Ruiz was taken into custody and charged with driving under the influence and possession of a handgun while under the influence.
Michael Scott drunkenly resists arrest at Billy’s Bar and Grill
38-year-old Michael Anthony Scott was found lying on the ground in front of Billy’s Bar and Grill on Dover Road late January 20th. Officers arrived and observed him on the ground with a firearm. Then, Scott admitted to having drinks at Billy’s Bar, so they attempted to detain him. Scott kept pulling away, refusing to put his hands behind his back. When they finally got him in the back of the patrol car, he became irate. Scott began striking the partition and the rear passenger door, leaving them damaged on the way to Sango ER for medical clearance. Then, Scott started kicking the door again when they were transporting him to be booked. Scott was taken into custody for resisting arrest, vandalism, and being in possession of a handgun while under the influence.
DUI: 20-year-old Malachi Hull swerves all over roadway in black Chevy
20-year-old Malachi Coniah Hull was jailed on November 19th after EMS reported they were driving behind a black Chevy that was all over the roadway on I-24. Officers responded to Exit 11 and got behind the Chevy. They noticed that it didn’t have their taillights on. Police conducted a traffic stop and identified Mr. Hull as the driver. The officer immediately smelled the odors of marijuana and alcohol coming from the vehicle. Officers noticed Hull’s speech was slow, and he seemed lethargic. After officers assisted Hull out of the car, he performed field sobriety tests and conducted a vehicle search. The search located a loaded Glock 43 under the passenger’s seat, and he was taken into custody. Hull is 20 years old and isn’t permitted to drink alcohol according to the legal drinking age of 21.
Robert White hides behind truck, tells officers he had “quite a bit” to drink
25-year-old Robert White was jailed on November 10th police responded to Horace Crow Drive for a welfare check on a man hiding behind a truck. When the caller approached Mr. White, he stumbled away. When police arrived, they observed White to be unsteady on his feet, smelling of alcohol, and slurring as told officers that he had “quite a bit” to drink. He explained that he had been drinking liquor that night. He was deemed a danger to himself and was placed into custody. During a pat down, officers discovered a loaded Glock 43 9mm handgun tucked in his waistband.
DUI: Aaron Hillis caught with alcohol and handgun in his car
29-year-old Aaron Hillis was booked on November 6th after officers observed a gray Nissan Versa with a non-functional brake light. When the officers approached the car, they immediately smelled the odor of alcohol and saw a handgun clearly in the center console area. They asked Hillis to step out of the vehicle and consent to field sobriety tests. He was visibly intoxicated and performed poorly on sobriety tests. A search of his car yielded multiple containers of alcohol. Hillis refused a blood sample, but a warrant was secured, and he was transported to Sango ER before booking.
Timothy Fox pulls gun on stranger sleeping in his truck at Electric Cowboy
24-year-old Timothy Steven Fox was involved in a dispute at the troubled Electric Cowboy in the early hours of November 5th. Officers spoke with EC security and were advised that Fox pulled a handgun on someone who was in his truck before they were able to take the gun away and call 911. Fox was visibly intoxicated as he spoke with officers and even admitted to drinking before stating he saw someone he didn’t know sleeping in the passenger’s side of his truck, so he went to the passenger’s side door, opened it up, reached in the glove compartment, grabbed his gun, pointed it at them, and demanded they got out before realizing who it was and getting swarmed by security. Fox was taken into custody for being in possession of a handgun while under the influence.
DUI: 19-year-old Logan Blackmon runs stop sign while speeding on Dunlop Lane
19-year-old Logan William Blackmon failed to stop at a stop sign and sped off at Dunlop Lane on the night of October 28. Officers noticed this, conducted a traffic stop, and smelled a strong odor of alcohol as they approached Blackmon. They asked Blackmon if he consumed any alcohol, and he admitted to having three beers, consented to sobriety tests, performed poorly, and provided a breath sample that resulted in 0.122% BAC. A subsequent search of Blackmon’s vehicle yielded an open box of beer, an open bottle of liquor, and a handgun with three loaded magazines. Blackmon was taken into custody for underage driving under the influence, unlawful carry of a firearm, possession of a handgun while under the influence, reckless driving, and an open container violation.
Fort Campbell Soldier Ki’Eric Hicks charged after drunken hit-and-run
24-year-old Ki’Eric Hicks admitted to driving a Dodge Charger that was involved in an accident with a Jeep on Neptune Dr. on September 17th. Police noticed damage to the front end of the Charger and the rear end of the Jeep. Inside the Charger, officers found a .45 caliber Citadel handgun and two Crown Royal airplane bottles. Ki’Eric had signs of intoxication when he walked up and spoke to the police. He refused to perform sobriety tests and consented to a blood draw.
Rowdy Clark jailed for DUI and handgun possession while under the influence
Officer Nolan responded to a possession of a firearm with alcohol call at I-24 near Highway 76 on the morning of September 16th. Upon arrival,
