The Nashville Police Department has released an updated list of the city's most wanted individuals, highlighting a range of serious charges that include first-degree murder, rape, and aggravated assault. The list, disseminated through the Nashville Police Department's Criminal Warrants Division, features names such as De’tynn Smith and Raceme L. Crutcher at the top, both wanted for first-degree murder. Smith is also facing charges of attempted murder, aggravated robbery, and wielding a dangerous weapon. Authorities urge anyone with information on these suspects to come forward and contact the MNPD at 615-862-8600 or Crime Stoppers at 615-742-7463.
According to the social media post by Metro Nashville Police Department, the individuals listed have eluded capture and their last known whereabouts are varied or unknown, which marks them as a continued concern for community safety. Along with Smith and Crutcher, Devon A. Martak rounds out the top three fugitives, wanted on six counts of rape against persons considered mentally defective or helpless or without consent. Last spotted in Madison, authorities continue the search for Martak with a sense of urgency.
The wanted list further includes Elijah T. Kodjo, sought on indictment charges for attempted murder and aggravated burglary, and Merlin R. Argueta, with two counts of rape without consent to his name. Despite the severity of the charges, their exact locations remain a mystery, prompting police to seek public assistance in locating them. Jatarius M. Marable, wanted for multiple domestic violence-related charges, also appears on the list, along with Roderick V. Majors, who faces accusations of serious domestic violence assaults and false imprisonment, adding further urgency to the manhunt.
These fugitives are joined by Tasha L. Childs, known to have been in Hermitage, wanted for aggravated assault and vandalism among other charges, as well as Christopher T. Brown and Jacob Lamb Crow, both sought for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The community played a vital role in cases like these, as their assistance can lead to timely arrests and prevent further harm. Thus, the MNPD continues to encourage anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers or their hotline. The anonymity of tipsters is assured while they potentially help in detaining these wanted individuals.
