JCPD NEWS RELEASE
SUBJECT: | Felony Arrest | DATE: | 03/10/17 | TIME: | 0145 |
PREPARED BY: | B. Moore | APPROVED BY: | Sgt. Tim Parker | ||
On 05/05/17 officers of the Johnson City Police Department arrested Michael W Parr (169 E Grand Ave, Johnson City, TN), 27 years old, charging him with aggravated burglary, and public intoxication.
At approximately 01:45am Officers responded to 71 Cherry St. Apt 305 in reference to unwanted guests. Upon arrival, officers made contact with the victim who advised he heard a knock on his door and when he answered, the suspect unlawfully entered his apartment without permission. He stated the suspect then advanced toward him in a threatening manner causing him to back up in his kitchen. At this time he grabbed a knife for self-defense and told his roommate to call 911. The suspect left before officers arrived, but was apprehended nearby in the area.
The suspect was then placed under arrest and transported to the Washington County Detention Center, where he is being held in lieu of a 20,500 bond. Arraignment is set for 10:30am on 05/05/17 in Washington County General Sessions Court.