A routine traffic stop on Lebanon Road near Lookout Drive in Mt. Juliet quickly escalated when a man with a suspended registration and without a seatbelt attempted to flee the scene yesterday. A statement released by the Mt. Juliet Police Department detailed the incident, reporting that officers were able to promptly establish a perimeter and initiate a successful search through the surrounding neighborhood and wooded areas.
This afternoon, a traffic stop on Lebanon Rd near Lookout Dr for a suspended registration and no seatbelt led to the driver running from the stop. Officers quickly set up a perimeter, and after a search through a neighborhood and wooded area, the 38-year-old Hermitage man was… pic.twitter.com/CxAgIYPMYC
— Mt. Juliet Police (@MtJulietPolice) January 8, 2026
The individual, a 38-year-old man from Hermitage, was not only evading the traffic stop but also was wanted for multiple offenses across three different counties. Despite his efforts to quickly run away from the authorities, he couldn't avoid being apprehended. Once arrested, he was found to be driving on a suspended license and in possession of fentanyl, a dangerous Schedule II drug.
According to the police department's social media post, the suspect had a history of legal troubles, including probation violations related to the unlawful possession of a firearm and methamphetamine in Davidson County. He was also wanted in Williamson County for probation violations associated with the possession of Schedule II drugs and theft. In Wilson County, his record included a failure to appear charge for driving on a suspended license. The concerted efforts of the Mt. Juliet police officers and supporting agencies were highlighted by the department, with praise for their swift response in the apprehension of the man. "We're grateful for the quick response of our officers and the support of assisting agencies," the department stated. "Their efforts help ensure that those who attempt to flee are apprehended and held accountable, keeping Mt. Juliet safe."
Ultimately, the suspect was booked into the Wilson County Jail, facing charges for evading arrest, possession of a Schedule II drug, and driving on a suspended license. This incident serves as a reminder of the challenges law enforcement encounters daily and the continued importance of inter-agency cooperation in maintaining public safety.
