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Man wanted in Lebanon domestic assault arrested by U.S. Marshals in Nashville
By Kassidy Brown at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
LEBANON, Tenn. (WSMV) - A man that was wanted in connection to an aggravated domestic assault in Lebanon was arrested by U.S. Marshals in Nashville on Wednesday, according to the Lebanon Police Department (LPD).LPD said Khaleel Smith was wanted in connection to an aggravated domestic assault at t...
Key takeaway LPD said Khaleel Smith was wanted in connection to an aggravated domestic assault at the Econo Lodge on South Cumberland Street early June 7.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The arrest of Khaleel Smith in Nashville brings a measure of relief to the community in Lebanon, where the alleged aggravated domestic assault occurred. The fact that Smith was able to flee to Nashville, a neighboring city, highlights the need for continued cooperation between local law enforcement agencies and federal partners. The partnership between the Lebanon Police Department, U.S. Marshals, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives was crucial in locating and apprehending Smith. This case also raises concerns about the safety of hotels and businesses in the area, such as the Econo Lodge and Taco Bell, which were affected by the alleged shooting. As the community moves forward, it will be important to examine the circumstances that allowed Smith to allegedly fire multiple shots in a populated area, and to consider ways to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? LEBANON, Tenn. (WSMV) - A man that was wanted in connection to an aggravated domestic assault in Lebanon was arrested by U.S. Marshals in Nashville on Wednesday, according to the Lebanon Police Department (LPD).LPD said Khaleel Smith was wanted in connection to an aggravated domestic assault at t...
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