Crockett Co. Sheriff’s Department: Shooting leads to arrest of convicted felon
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION WAS OBTAINED FROM FACEBOOK: COCKETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPT.-TENNESSEE
SHOOTING LEADS TO ARREST OF CONVICTED FELON IN POSSESSION OF A HANDGUN
MAURY CITY, TN – On Saturday, March 16, 2024, at 3:40pm Crockett County Sheriff’s Office dispatch center received a report of 3 males and 1 female fighting with gunfire near the 400 block of Highway 189 across from Mansfield Trailer Park. Maury City Police Department, Alamo Police Department, Tennessee Highway Patrol, and Crockett County Sheriff’s Department all responded to the scene. An active investigation began with multiple individuals detained on scene for questioning.
Officers immediately determined that one individual was injured from the gunfire, the alleged shooter was inside a house trailer with two juveniles, and a suspect was quickly developed who was known to be a convicted felon. A perimeter was set up, Highway 189 was shut down to through traffic, CCSD Incident Command Bus was mobilized, and Sheriff Klyce began negotiations to remove the juveniles from the residence where the suspect was believed to be.
The juveniles were safely brought out of the house trailer and an entry team found the suspect hiding in a cabinet under the kitchen sink. Roderick Williams (DOB: 6/23/1973) was taken into custody without incident or altercation. A search warrant was obtained by Maury City Police Officers for the residence and property which led officers to the discovery of the weapon that was used in the altercation.
Mr. Williams is currently charged with the following:
- Aggravated Assault
- Simple Possession
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
- Reckless Endangerment
- Unlawful Possession of a Weapon
- Attempted Second Degree Murder
- Possession of a Firearm During Commission of a Dangerous Felony
Sheriff Klyce said, “The events of today could have ended very tragically for the victim involved in this matter. Some days it takes every officer in the county to keep everyone safe and bring about a peaceful resolution. Multiple off-duty officers were enjoying a beautiful Saturday afternoon with their families, and when called to serve, did not hesitate to respond. Thank you to all those who serve our citizens keeping the peace and dignity in our communities. We will not tolerate violent crimes in our county, especially by felons. Today, we are sending a strong message: if you want to commit gun crimes in Crockett County, you’re going to prison.”
He is being held in the Crockett County Jail awaiting a bond by Judge Conley which will reflect the seriousness of the crimes with which Mr. Williams is being charged.
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