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Felon accused of attempted murder in shooting found with meth, crack and fentanyl during arrest in Nashville, police say
By Caleb Wethington at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Metro Nashville Police Department announced the arrest of a felon in connection with a shooting in the city overnight.Police said officers spotted 29-year-old Kenneth Watt at the intersection of Murfreesboro Pike and Spence Lane and took him into custody.Watt was wan...
Key takeaway Police said officers spotted 29-year-old Kenneth Watt at the intersection of Murfreesboro Pike and Spence Lane and took him into custody.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The arrest of Kenneth Watt brings attention to the intersection of violent crime and drug activity in Nashville. Watt's admission to selling drugs in the area and his possession of methamphetamine, crack cocaine, fentanyl, and marijuana at the time of arrest suggest a connection to the city's ongoing struggles with drug trafficking. The fact that Watt was found at the intersection of Murfreesboro Pike and Spence Lane, a location that has seen its share of crime in the past, raises concerns about the concentration of illicit activity in certain neighborhoods. With Watt's history of violent convictions, including aggravated assault and robbery, his presence on the streets poses a significant threat to public safety. The $146,000 bond set for Watt reflects the seriousness of the charges against him, and the community will be watching to see how the case proceeds through the Davidson County courts.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Metro Nashville Police Department announced the arrest of a felon in connection with a shooting in the city overnight.Police said officers spotted 29-year-old Kenneth Watt at the intersection of Murfreesboro Pike and Spence Lane and took him into custody.Watt was wan...
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