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Nashville man arrested for drug and gun possession during street racer initiative
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk Jack Susanin , as published by NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· August 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The man, Derrick Moore, was stopped by officers on I-24 after he was seen swerving in and out of traffic.
A Nashville man was arrested during the Metro Nashville Police Department's Street Racer Initiative. The initiative, which took place overnight on Saturday, resulted in four arrests. The man, Derrick Moore, was stopped by officers on I-24 after he was seen swerving in and out of traffic.
A search of his vehicle and person led to the discovery of various substances and a loaded pistol. Moore is facing several charges, including felony drug possession and gun possession. He is being held on a $222,000 bond.
Further details on the arrest and the Street Racer Initiative are available from the Metro Nashville Police Department.
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Category: safety Published: August 2, 2026 Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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