35-year-old Habib Patt attempted to enter a random apartment at the Harris Hills Lane apartments on September 1st. Responding officers spoke with the apartment residents. They said they didn’t know the man, later identified as Patt, and had never seen him before the incident. Then, the police located Patt sleeping on the second floor in the hallway, matching the description given by residents. Officers woke him up and noticed he was visibly intoxicated. Also, the police report stated that Patt appeared to have an altered mental state and struggled to answer basic questions. Patt was taken into custody for public intoxication.
Month: September 2024
DUI: Steven Simpson attempts to drive away to avoid talking to police officers
49-year-old Steven Simpson was involved in an incident with his wife on September 2nd in the 6th Avenue South and Peabody Street area. When officers arrived, they observed Simpson in the driver’s seat of his car with the engine running. Officers then observed Simpson pull out of his parking spot to avoid speaking to them. Once officers made contact with Simpson, they reported that they smelled the apparent odor of alcohol coming from Simpson, as well as other signs of intoxication. While speaking with officers, Simpson admitted that he had been drinking before he started driving. Simson agreed to perform sobriety tests, but he showed signs of impairment, so he was taken into custody. After being read implied consent, Simpson initially consented to provide a breath sample, but once he was transported to booking, he no longer wanted to do it. Simpson was then charged with driving under the influence and implied consent violation.
Tyler Woods drunkenly jumps in front of cars near the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge
34-year-old Tyler Woods was nearly struck by a vehicle near the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge late August 31st. The police responded to the location to assist in transporting an intoxicated individual, later identified as Woods. When officers arrived, they were advised that Woods had been jumping in front of cars and walking in the street before nearly being hit by a car. Then, officers spoke with Woods and noticed he was visibly impaired. Woods was deemed a danger to himself and taken into custody for public intoxication September 1st.
Celebrity Photographer Johnias Winters interferes with investigation after allegedly starting fire at Airbnb
31-year-old Celebrity Photographer Johnias Winters interfered with the Nashville Fire Department’s investigation at a Hilltop Lane residence on August 31st. NFD called 911 to assist them with a disorderly individual, later identified as Winters. The fire department told officers that Winters was going in and out of the residence that they were looking into after he was told to stay away. They added that Winters was causing a scene with his friends staying at the residence, which officers later discovered was being used as an Airbnb. When the police located Winters, he was sitting at a table on the back patio behind the property, and they began questioning him. However, he refused to answer the officers’ questions. Then, Winters tried to get up from the table and leave, but officers told him to sit back down. When Winters stood up, officers noticed he showed signs of intoxication and had a medical device on his right foot. Winters was deemed responsible for starting the fire at the residence, however, the incident is still being investigated. Winters was taken into custody for disorderly conduct and public intoxication.
Konstantin Muntyan drunkenly wanders around Terminal Parking Garage with blood on his shirt
36-year-old Konstantin Muntyan wandered around the Terminal Parking Garage with blood on his shirt on September 3rd. While working for the Nashville International Airport, officers were dispatched to the parking garage regarding an intoxicated male looking into cars. When the police arrived, they located Muntyan. They noticed he had a strong alcoholic odor coming from his breath before Muntyan told them he was looking for his vehicle. Then, Muntyan admitted to drinking at The Delta Sky Club. After this, officers advised him that he could not operate his car whenever he found it. They then escorted Muntyan to The Ground Transportation Center so he could try to get a cab to leave the property. However, Muntyan’s card declined, and he informed officers that he had no money. While waiting for additional officers to arrive, Muntyan was deemed unable to care for himself. Muntyan was then taken into custody for public intoxication.
Eric Watson beats up father for offering to take shot of alcohol with him
23-year-old Eric Watson was involved in an altercation with his father, Troy Watson, at their Ocala Drive residence on September 1st. Officers met with Troy, who informed them that he and Eric had been heavily drinking. Troy stated that when he offered Eric to take a shot of alcohol together, he refused, which ultimately led to an argument. Troy alleged that during the argument, Eric punched him in the face multiple times. While interacting with Troy, officers reported that he had sustained a bloody nose as well as a minor cut to his eye and bruising around the top of his head. Troy was later transported to Vanderbilt for his injuries.
Officers later made contact with Eric, who stated that when he refused to take a shot with his father, he became agitated and knocked his phone out of his hand. Eric told officers that this was when he punched his father. Officers determined that Eric was the primary aggressor. Eric Watson was taken into custody and charged with domestic assault.
Christopher Nowak refuses to leave Spring Hill Hotel despite not having room booked
28-year-old Christopher Nowak caused a disturbance at the Spring Hill Hotel on Representative John Lewis Way South in the early hours of September 1st. Officers were dispatched to the hotel regarding Nowak refusing to pay for taxi services. When they arrived, they told Nowak he needed to pay, to which he complied. Then, Nowak was informed by the hotel staff and officers that he had no residence there and could no longer be on the property. After this, the police gave Nowak multiple chances to leave and not return. However, he continued to disregard their orders. During their interaction, officers noticed that Nowak had a strong alcoholic odor coming from his breath and showed signs of impairment. Nowak was then taken into custody for public intoxication and criminal trespass.
Rachel Oakes vomits all over herself after refusing to leave taxi outside her hotel
32-year-old Rachel Alexandria Oakes refused to exit a taxi on September 2nd. A local taxi driver alerted nearby officers and advised them he had a passenger, later identified as Oakes. The driver added that Oakes refused to vacate the vehicle after he took her to her hotel. Then, the driver said that Oakes had started vomiting profusely on herself and his car’s interior. He added that he drove from the hotel to flag them down for assistance. When officers talked with Oakes, they directed her to exit the vehicle, which she did. However, she immediately laid down on the sidewalk and a part of the roadway while speaking incoherently. Then, Oakes did not respond after the police asked her if she had a friend or a family member to call to get her back to her hotel, so officers requested medics. When they arrived, Oakes told them that she did not need medical attention and attempted to get on her phone to call someone. However, due to her impairment level, she locked herself out of her phone. Officers noticed Oakes reeked of alcohol and was visibly intoxicated before she admitted to drinking. Oakes was deemed a danger to herself and was taken into custody for public intoxication.
Chad Petersen found passed out drunk in parking garage, tells police the current president is Obama & Jesus Christ
34-year-old Chad Petersen was seen publicly intoxicated while at The Morris Apartments on 19th Avenue South on September 2nd. Officers were dispatched to the area for a report of a man who was found passed out in the garage and refused to leave. When officers arrived, they found Peterson asleep in the garage. Officers woke him up and tried to ask him several questions. Despite this, Peterson kept insisting that he had known them for years. The officers noticed that Peterson had watery eyes, slurred speech, and smelled of alcohol. They called an ambulance to the scene and questioned Peterson, who stated that the current president was Jesus Christ and Obama. Peterson refused medical care and claimed to live at the building but provided an address at Music Square West. The officers concluded that Peterson was unable to care for himself, so they took him into custody for public intoxication.
Austin Giannasi punches stepbrother in face during argument at Barstool Nashville
28-year-old Austin Giannasi had a domestic incident with his stepbrother, Jack May, at Barstool Nashville late August 30th. When officers arrived, they observed Giannasi yelling at an unidentified individual and getting aggressive with a group of people. The police also noticed that Giannasi reeked of alcohol and showed signs of impairment. Then, officers spoke with Barstool security, who stated that Giannasi was denied entry because he was overly intoxicated. After this, May told the police that Giannasi was extremely drunk, adding that they had gotten into an argument. May stated during the argument, Giannasi punched and slapped him in the face. Giannasi’s other brother, Christopher Giannasi, said he witnessed Austin hitting May. Giannasi was taken into custody for domestic assault on August 31st.