Nashville's "Most Wanted" Fugitive Captured in Brentwood, Faces

Source: Metro Nashville Police Department

After months of evading law enforcement, Adrian Abernathy, a 31-year-old man on the Metro Nashville Police Department's "Most Wanted" list, has been apprehended by the U.S. Marshals Service. The arrest took place in Brentwood, with Abernathy facing a litany of charges, ranging from vehicular homicide to firearm theft. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, his capture ends a prolonged search for the fugitive who has been sought for multiple felonies.

Officials highlighted the thorough investigation leading up to the arrest, which entailed a fatal accident where Abernathy initially claimed to have been a passenger. Contrary to his statement, further inquiries indicated he was indeed operating the SUV that, as described by the U.S. Marshals Service, was "traveling more than 100 mph just before the crash." This information was detailed in a WSMV report. Abernathy was later arrested at a residence on Autumn Oaks Drive.

Further advancing the capture was the utilization of Rutherford County Police Department drones, which spotted Abernathy at the Brentwood home. Upon arrest, Abernathy was booked into the Davidson County Detention Center, awaiting legal proceedings. The charges mounted against him include three counts of aggravated assault, possession of a weapon by a convicted felon, and a federal supervised release violation, among others. This arrest marks a significant closure for authorities tracking his movements since last year.

The Fox17 news report highlighted that this wasn't Adrian Abernathy's first time running afoul of the law. With a history marred by charges of motor vehicle theft and firearm theft, the Brentwood arrest adds a grim new chapter to his criminal record. Abernathy, after being booked at the Davidson County Detention Center, now faces the full weight of the legal system in the wake of the 2022 vehicular homicide and subsequent offenses.

As the legal process unfolds, Abernathy's capture solemnly reminds us of the tragic consequences stemming from reckless behavior behind the wheel. It also underscores the relentless work of law enforcement agencies using advanced technology, such as drones, to bring to justice those who evade accountability. Once notified of Abernathy's arrest by the WKRN news release, the community may now await the outcome of a case that's been closely followed by residents and authorities alike.