Vigilant victim leads to DUI arrest

Involved Citizens, Responsive Police Equal Great Partnership 

On Friday night at 9:00 pm, officers were notified of a vehicle crash on Cool Springs Boulevard near Frazier Drive. 34-year-old Benjamin Hunter of Franklin fled the scene prior to officers arrival. The other driver followed Hunter to the parking lot of a nearby Starbucks and used his vehicle to prevent Hunter from leaving again. When Hunter walked away, the driver was able to keep watch on him until officers arrived, locating Hunter in the parking lot of Bed, Bath and Beyond. During their investigation, officers determined Hunter to be under the influence of alcohol. 

Hunter was transported to the Williamson County Jail where he was charged with DUI, Leaving the Scene of an Injury Crash, and Failure to Report an Accident. He was released on a $4,750 bond and is due in court on 09/06/2012 at 2:00 pm. 

“Even as a victim, citizens can get involved by helping officers apprehend a suspect,” said Officer Eric Johnson. “Citizens like this one, empowering themselves to standup against crime, along with a responsive police department, ensure criminals end up where they belong – behind bars.” 

To send an anonymous tip to Franklin Police, text the keyword 615FPD, along with your message to 847411 (Tip411), or call Franklin Police at (615) 794-2513