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Mt. Juliet Police said there were seven reports of vehicle burglaries in the Hickory Hills area of Mt. Juliet. Around 4 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 19, dispatch received a call regarding individuals wearing masks walking through the neighborhood. Officers responded and observed several vehicles which were burglarized.

“Typically in those moments you see car doors that are left open, you see purses or different personal items scattered in the road, and it’s a huge impact on neighborhood safety,� Chandler said.

Although no suspects were apprehended at the scene, detectives investigated the area and collected evidence which led to obtaining a search warrant for a residence in Hermitage. MJPD coordinated with Metro Nashville Police. Chandler said MJPD utilized license plate readers along Lebanon Road to identify a suspect vehicle and began surveilling that vehicle.

A 24-year-old Hermitage man was taken into custody on failure to appear for felony weapon possession, evading arrest and drug possession charges out of Jackson in West Tennessee.

According to Chandler, during the search of the suspect’s residence, items believed to be stolen from the Hickory Hills area were reportedly located, including two handguns, jewelry and personal electronic devices.

“Our detectives are continuing to investigate this and follow-up with it and pursue new leads as other evidence was gained during the search warrant,� Chandler added. “Our team is made up of men and women who care deeply about this community.�

The suspect’s identity was not immediately released. A witness in the community said their home surveillance cameras picked up three suspects in total, and Chandler said the investigation is ongoing to identify the additional suspects.