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Teen seen throwing bags of marijuana onto Nashville homes as he flees police
By Li Cohen at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 16, 2026
· 1 min read
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Nashville teenager has been arrested after police said he fled from officers and was seen throwing large bags of marijuana at homes as he did. Metro Nashville Police said Thursday that 19-year-old Markeese Crowell was speeding as he drove his Mercedes in the Brick Chur...
Key takeaway Metro Nashville Police said Thursday that 19-year-old Markeese Crowell was speeding as he drove his Mercedes in the Brick Church Pike area late Wednesday night.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The incident in the Brick Church Pike area raises concerns about the potential consequences of reckless behavior in residential neighborhoods. With the suspect throwing large bags of marijuana at homes, there is a risk that innocent bystanders, including children, could have been exposed to the substance or inadvertently involved in the situation. The fact that Crowell attempted to ditch police by running through backyards also highlights the importance of maintaining good relationships between law enforcement and the community, as residents may be more likely to cooperate with police if they feel safe and supported. As the case against Crowell moves forward, it will be worth watching to see how the community responds and whether there are any efforts to address underlying issues that may have contributed to the incident. The $43,000 bond set for Crowell suggests that the court is taking the charges seriously, and the outcome of the case may have implications for how similar incidents are handled in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 16, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Nashville teenager has been arrested after police said he fled from officers and was seen throwing large bags of marijuana at homes as he did. Metro Nashville Police said Thursday that 19-year-old Markeese Crowell was speeding as he drove his Mercedes in the Brick Chur...
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