Update: Surveillance video released of downtown Franklin burglary suspects

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Franklin Police have released surveillance video of the suspects wanted for breaking into three downtown businesses on September 10: Wilder Boutique, Frothy Monkey, and the Juice Bar.

The suspects, described by a witness as two black males, were driving a dark-colored Honda with a spoiler on the back and paint damage on the front hood. Detectives believe the suspects may have a connection to the Cleveland Park area of East Nashville.

There is a cash reward for information about these burglars.

Crime Stoppers: (615) 794-4000
or click to submit an anonymous eTip
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Police investigating I-65 road rage case; cash reward for information

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Franklin Police are investigating after an I-65 road rage incident leads to a shattered window at interstate speeds.

This cell phone video shows the suspect vehicle traveling northbound on I-65 immediately following the altercation. One of the two white males inside this white truck fired a shot, from what is believed to be a pellet gun, into the victim’s vehicle, completely shattering its side window.

It happened around 6:00 p.m. on September 10. There is a cash reward for information in the case.

Call Crime Stoppers:
(615) 794-4000
or click to submit an anonymous eTip
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Crime Stoppers cash offered in stolen trailer case

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Franklin Police are investigating after a trailer was stolen from the parking lot of Tiny Little Donuts, on Murfreesboro Road. It happened on September 12.

These surveillance photos show the suspect vehicle arriving in the parking lot and then leaving with the stolen trailer.

There is a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest in this case.

Call Crime Stoppers:
(615) 794-4000
or click to submit an anonymous eTip
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Detectives investigating downtown Franklin burglaries

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Detectives are investigating after three Franklin businesses were burglarized early Friday morning. Cash appears to have been the target in all three. Windows were broken out with a rock at the Wilder Boutique, Frothy Monkey, and the Juice Bar, all in Franklin’s downtown.

Franklin Police are seeking information on two black male suspects and the blackHonda Civic they were driving. Police are stepping up patrols and suggest that businesses do not leave on-premise cash overnight, especially in cash registers or safes that can be picked up and moved.

There is a cash reward for information in these cases.

Crime Stoppers: (615) 794-4000
or click to submit an anonymous eTip
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Franklin Police need your help catching this vehicle burglary suspect

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Franklin Detectives are investigating an auto burglary that occurred in the Westhaven Subdivision on August 27 at approximately 1:53am.  A purse containing cash was stolen from the unlocked vehicle parked in the victim’s driveway.  The suspect was caught on a Ring camera.  Area residents are asked to check their home surveillance systems for anything that might help identify the suspect.

Franklin Police urge residents to always lock their car doors, and remove valuables from parked vehicles. Doing these two things greatly reduces your risk of becoming a victim. Franklin Police and Crime Stoppers are offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information, with an anonymous call to Crime Stoppers: (615) 794-4000.  eTips can be submitted here.

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Been thinking about a career with the FPD? There are only two weeks left to apply

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Reminder: Through September 10, the Franklin Police Department is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Police Officer. Testing will be held on September 27th. Qualified applicants will be contacted with test day instructions upon successful completion of their application.

  • $47,500 for P.O.S.T. Certified Officers, increasing to $50k after probation
  • $44,000 for entry-level, non-P.O.S.T. Certified Officers
  • Take-home car program
  • 4-day work week
  • On-site fitness facilities
  • Vacation & sick leave, paid personal days, and paid holidays
  • Shift differential pay
  • Annual uniform & equipment allowance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Medical, dental, vision benefits
  • TCRS enhanced retirement

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Repeat drunk driver held after hit & run crash

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Vasiliy Birak
Age: 48
Columbia, TN

A Columbia man remains behind bars for his second DUI after nearly striking a pedestrian and shattering a telephone pole on Saturday.

Shortly after 4:00, Saturday afternoon, officers responded to the hit & run crash in the 1100 block of W. Main Street. Officers found the truck on Downs Blvd and determined that the driver, 48-year-old Vasiliy Birak, of Columbia, was impaired.

Charged with DUI – 2nd Offense, Reckless Driving, Reckless Endangerment with a Deadly Weapon, Leaving the Scene of a Crash, Failure to Report a Crash, and Violation of the Implied Consent law, Birak remains jailed on a $15,500 bond. His court date is pending.

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Suspect using fake ID’s wanted for defrauding middle Tennessee banks of thousands

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Franklin Police and Crime Stoppers are offering a cash reward for information that leads to the arrest of a bank fraud suspect.

This man is using a variety of fake ID’s that contain his picture, but several different identities, to withdraw thousands from customer accounts at banks across middle Tennessee. At one of the banks, he was seen driving a blue BMW.

There is a cash reward for anyone who can help put a name to this face.

Call Crime Stoppers: (615) 794-4000
or click to submit an anonymous eTip
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Wanted: Ezekias Walton — Cash reward for information on his whereabouts

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In April, Franklin Police asked for the public’s help with identifying a man who fled from officers attempting to arrest him for cocaine possession. That suspect has been identified as Ezekias Walton. Franklin Police and Crime Stoppers are offering a cash reward for information on Walton’s whereabouts.

Call Crime Stoppers:
(615) 794-4000
or click to submit an anonymous eTip
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Credit card crook wanted by Franklin Police

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Franklin Police are hoping someone might recognize this woman. She’s wanted for using stolen credit cards at the Cool Springs Target. The loss in this case is nearly $3,000. There is a cash reward for information.

Crime Stoppers: (615) 794-4000
or click to submit an anonymous eTip
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