JCPD NEWS RELEASE
SUBJECT: | Felony Arrest | DATE: | 1/24/2020 | TIME: | 4:00 a.m. |
PREPARED BY: | Det D. Morrison | APPROVED BY: | Sgt. Matt Gryder | ||
On 1/23/20, officers of the Johnson City Police Department arrested Todd Perkins (1804 Indian Ridge Rd, Johnson City, TN 37604) and charged him with Aggravated Assault (2 Counts), Reckless Endangerment,
Possession of a Handgun While Under the Influence, and Unlawful Carrying or Possession of a Weapon.
On 1/23/20 officers responded to a Shooting that had just occurred at 3002 E Oakland Ave, Johnson City, Tennessee (Tulips American Grub and Pub). The victims reported that approximately 6 shots were fired at three victims, striking one in the right arm. The resulting investigation revealed that Todd Perkins was armed in the bar parking lot, drew his handgun, discharged his weapon while pointed at the victims, and appeared to be intoxicated at the time.
Todd Perkins was arrested and charged with Aggravated Assault (2 Counts), Reckless Endangerment, Possession of a Handgun While Under the Influence, and Unlawful Carrying or Possession of a Weapon. Perkins is being held in lieu of a $72,000 bond with an arraignment scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on 1/24/20 in Washington County General Sessions Court.