MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A 19-year-old accused of crimes in Memphis and Nashville is now being held in jail on a $500,000 bond after detectives say he stopped and waved at them while driving a stolen truck.
Bryun Watkins is facing theft of property $60,000-$250,000 and vandalism $1,000-$2,500 charges after Memphis Police say he stole a RAM TRX truck last month.
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In court, prosecutors say even though the incident was non-violent, Watkins’ extensive juvenile record and continued threat to public safety warranted a high bond amount.
According to the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office, Watkins also has a pending charge in Nashville relating to a separate car theft involving four other suspects.
On May 9, detectives say they saw a stolen white Ram TRX in the area of Hollywood Street and Staten Avenue. That is when the detectives say they parked across the street from the location and watched…