The estranged son of Nashville’s top cop, who has a lengthy criminal record, shot two police officers outside a Dollar General on Saturday before fleeing in a stolen car, authorities said.
John C. Drake, 38, is still at large after allegedly striking officers shortly before 2:30 p.m. in La Vergne, a town about 20 miles southeast of the town his father oversees.
Nashville Police Chief John Drake issued a statement calling for the arrest of his son, with whom he said he had “minimal contact” in recent years.
“Despite my efforts and guidance during his early years and adolescence, my son, John Drake Jr., now 38 years old, turned to years of criminal activity and is a convicted felon. He hasn’t been a part of my life for quite some time,” Chief Drake said in the statement, which included a photograph of his criminal offspring.
“Now it is necessary to find him and hold him accountable for his actions today. “I hope anyone who sees him or has information about him contacts police immediately.”
Police say John C. Drake shot both officers outside a Dollar General before fleeing in a stolen vehicle. La Vergne Police Department
The younger Drake allegedly fired a gun during a struggle with officers when they showed up at the discount store to investigate a report of a stolen vehicle.
A police officer with just a year and a half on the job was shot in the right groin and right forearm, while the second officer about to celebrate his third year on the force suffered a gunshot wound to the back of the shoulder. left. La Vergne Police Chief Christopher Moews said at a news conference.
Police are still searching for John C. Drake, the son of Nashiville Police Chief John Drake, after shooting two police officers. La Vergne Police Department
Both were rushed to a nearby hospital in stable condition.
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Drake got into the car suspected of being stolen and has not been seen since.
“Residents in the area are asked to shelter in place and close their doors,” Meows said.
The blockade lasted approximately 11 hours before it was lifted, although Drake is still on the loose.
Police warned that the alleged gunman is “considered armed and dangerous.”
Drake has been criminally charged 59 times in Davidson County, which does not include La Vergne, since 2005, according to court records.
His extensive criminal history began with an arrest for theft of $500 or less and possession of a gun on Halloween that year, when Drake was 20 years old.
Over the years, Drake has been charged with assault, possession of a controlled substance, robbery, and more.
He has also been found guilty of four separate sexual crimes, including aggravated rape.
Drake was last charged in April with assault causing bodily injury.
Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell issued a statement in support of Chief Drake.
“My heart goes out to Chief Drake, his family and the two injured LaVergne police officers. “I know that despite our best efforts, even in their early years, we cannot be responsible for the decisions of family members,” the Democrat said.
“I stand with Chief Drake and support him in this difficult time. He is the right police chief for Nashville.”
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