In what can be called an effective use of modern tracking technology, Nashville police were able to recover an array of stolen items, including ten guns, after an auto burglary incident on 6th Avenue North. The key to this recovery was a GPS tracker unknowingly lifted by the thieves along with the victims' possessions.
During the early hours of a Sunday, unsuspecting victims of auto burglary lost more than their peace of mind; two of their firearms were among the stolen goods. The other eight guns found with the suspects, as reported by the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, have yet to be claimed, and their owners are encouraged to come forward. In an intensifying effort to stem the tide of illegal firearm circulation, the police urge those affected to report such losses promptly.
By Sunday evening, detectives had zeroed in on Fallbrook Apartments on Dellway Villa Road, where the GPS indicated the stolen items had been taken. The police surrounded the residence and, after a brief standoff, Antonio Dennis, 20, and Michael Anthony Harris, 41, were taken into custody. The search of the apartment following the arrest yielded not only the stolen firearms but also a cocktail of drugs, including cocaine and marijuana, some laced with the deadly opioid fentanyl.
The two men face serious charges, with Dennis's bail set at $75,000 for gun theft and auto burglary, while Harris faces similar bail figures for felony gun and drug violations. Beyond the ledger of criminal charges, these incidents reflect a growing concern over the illicit trade and negligent storage of firearms. Citizens are reminded of their part in safeguarding their possessions and the broader community by securely storing their weapons and promptly reporting thefts. In a statement released by Metro Nashville Police Department, the public is directed to contact 615-862-8600 to report stolen firearms linked to recent auto burglaries.
