Suspect Caught Within Minutes After DUI Hit-and-Run in Murfreesboro

LA VERGNE, TN – A late-night crash led to a swift arrest after a driver slammed into a Murfreesboro home and fled the scene. The incident occurred just before midnight on May 17, 2025, when officers were dispatched to Chyntara Drive following reports of a vehicle striking a residence. Fortunately, no one inside the home was injured.

K9 Sgt. Darby promptly obtained a description of the suspect vehicle and began canvassing nearby roads. Within 20 minutes, the vehicle was spotted traveling on Old Nashville Highway. A traffic stop was initiated, and Officer Jordan took over the investigation upon arrival.

Field sobriety tests were administered, and the driver was taken into custody for driving under the influence. A further check revealed that the suspect also had outstanding warrants from Smyrna, including charges of felony evading and a previous DUI offense…

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