09-05-2025
Deputies investigating vehicle burglaries in Rutherford County neighborhood
RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WKRN) — Purses and credit cards were reportedly stolen from residents of a Rutherford County neighborhood earlier this week, sparking a search for the suspected vehicle burglars, at least one of whom was armed.
According to the Rutherford County Sheriff's Office, a home video captured a young man with an AR-style handgun breaking into vehicles around the Blackman community overnight on Tuesday, May 6. However, deputies believe there were multiple suspects, who also appeared to be young men.
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Officials said the incidents happened on Burnt Knob Road, Sugartree Drive, Ruby Oaks Lane, and Shelly Plum Drive. Some vehicles were locked, but others were unlocked.
Tensions are high throughout the Blackman community in the aftermath of the burglaries. Several people said they were very concerned about men with weapons breaking into vehicles.
'It just made it a little uneasy knowing that, I mean, we've had break-ins before, but not to this extent,' Rutherford County resident Norma Smith told News 2.
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A homeowner whose window was busted on her van said the suspect(s) stole nothing of value, but she still faces a very expensive bill for the window replacement.
Authorities said one of the stolen credit cards was used on Wednesday, May 7 at a Donelson Waffle House, so they believe the suspects may live in Nashville.
If you have any information about the vehicle burglaries in Blackman, you're asked to contact the Rutherford County Sheriff's Office at 615-898-7777.
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