JCPD NEWS RELEASE
SUBJECT: | Felony Arrest | DATE: | 10/25/2017 | TIME: | 14:06 |
PREPARED BY: | Officer Morrison, D | APPROVED BY: | Sgt. Tim Parker | ||
On 10/24/17 officers of the Johnson City Police Department arrested Kevin Brown, (34 years old), of 2141 Hawthorne St Kingsport, TN 37664. Mr. Brown was charged with Aggravated Assault (2 counts,) Evading Arrest, Aggravated Criminal Trespassing (Two Counts,) and Unlawful Possession of a Weapon.
At approximately 08:40 hours, officers were dispatched to 1206 Buffalo St Johnson City, TN 37604 concerning an assault that was occurring with a firearm. As a result of the investigation, officers were advised Mr. Brown attempted to use a hammer during assault and victims were threatened with a displayed handgun. Suspect fled scene when witness called 911. Mr. Brown was arrested on Peach Blossom Ct for Aggravated Assault (Two counts,) Evading Arrest, Aggravated Criminal Trespassing (Two Counts,) and Unlawful Possession of a Weapon. Firearm was recovered from area where Mr. Brown was taken into custody.
Mr. Brown was transported to the Washington County Detention Center. Mr. Brown is being held in lieu of a $54,000 bond. An arraignment is set for 1:30 p.m. on 10/25/17 in Washington County General Sessions Court