SUBJECT: Aggravated Assault DATE: 09/08/2014 TIME: 6:22pm
PREPARED BY: Officer Mike McIntosh APPROVED BY: Lt. Scott Jenkins
On 09/08/2014, officers of the Johnson City Police Department arrested Austin C. Powell (1405 E. Chilhowie Ave., Johnson City, 18 years old) and charged him with Aggravated Assault. The arrest was the result of an investigation into a disturbance at 204 Hamilton St.
At approximately 6:22 pm., officers responded to a fight call at 204 Hamilton St. Upon arrival, the investigation revealed that a Cab had arrived in front of the residence with a male occupant inside. The cab was being followed by another vehicle operated by a female. The investigation revealed that the male exited the cab, at which time the female exited her vehicle. She went up to confront him about 500 dollars that she stated that he had that belonged to her. According to witness statements, the male then pushed the female out of his face. At this time, her brother, Austin Powell came from the vehicle and pulled a .22 caliber Taurus handgun from his waistband and pointed it at the male. Witnesses then called 911 and police arrived on the scene. The .22 caliber Taurus handgun was found located in the vehicle.
Mr. Powell was transported to the Washington County Detention Center without incident. He is being held in lieu of a $10,000 bond and his arraignment is set for 9:30 am. on 09/09/14 in Washington County General Sessions Court.
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