JCPD NEWS RELEASE
SUBJECT: | Felony Arrest | DATE: | 8/10/18 | TIME: | 8:30 a.m. |
PREPARED BY: | Investigator Johnnie Willis | APPROVED BY: | Sgt. Don Shepard | ||
On 8/9/18, the Johnson City Police Department arrested Adam Franklin Stephens (1089 College Heights Rd., 23 years old) and charged him with 6 counts of auto burglary, 1 count of theft over $1,000, and two counts of theft under $1,000.
The arrest comes as a result of an investigation into a series of auto burglaries that occurred in various areas of Johnson City during the early morning hours of 8/9/18. One of the victims followed the perpetrator, in his own vehicle, until police could stop him. The suspect was identified as Adam Franklin Stephens. A large quantity of stolen property was discovered in Stephen’s truck. At this time, the property has been linked to six auto burglaries. More charges are pending.
On 8/9/18, Stephens was placed under arrest and transported to the Washington County Detention Center, where he was booked in on two warrants. Stephens is being held on a total of a $50,000 bond. Arraignment is set for 10:30 a.m. on 8/10/18 in Washington County General Sessions Court.
Sgt. Don Shepard
Criminal Investigation Division
Johnson City Police Department
601 E. Main . St
Johnson City, TN 37601
Office 423-434-6166
Fax- 423-434-6247
dshepard@johnsoncitytn.org