JCPD NEWS RELEASE
SUBJECT: | Felony Arrest | DATE: | 9/4/2020 | TIME: | 11:54 a.m. |
PREPARED BY: | MPO Nicholas Lyons | APPROVED BY: | Sgt. Josh Morgan | ||
On 9/4/20, officers of the Johnson City Police Department arrested Brittney L. Hamm (1011 E Myrtle Ave, Johnson City, TN, 31 years old) and charged her with Evading Arrest, Reckless Driving, Convicted Felon in Possession of a Handgun, Driving on Revoked License (multiple), and Financial Responsibility.
At approximately 11:54 a.m. on 09/04/20, Officers attempted to complete a traffic stop on a vehicle, but it recklessly fled from officers. The vehicle was then later located abandoned. Officers quickly located and identified the driver as Brittney Hamm. A purse was located nearby that belonged to Ms. Hamm. Inside the purse was a firearm.
Ms. Hamm was taken into custody. After being questioned by officers it was revealed that Ms. Hamm is a convicted felon. She was then transported to the Washington County Detention Center, where she being held in lieu of a $15,000 bond. Arraignment is set for 1:30 p.m. on 9/7/20 in Washington County General Sessions Court.