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1 arrested after causing ‘disruption' at ‘No Kings' protest in Gallatin, police say
GALLATIN, Tenn. (WKRN) — At least one person was taken into custody during the 'No Kings' protest that took place in Gallatin on Saturday. The Gallatin Police Department said the event was 'carried out peacefully,' with no significant incidents reported involving participants. 'No Kings' protests held across Middle Tennessee However, police said a 27-year-old man was arrested for disorderly conduct, failure to produce identification and seatbelt violation. Officials added he was not 'actively involved' in the protest, but was driving by the area and caused a disruption that caused police intervention. News 2 was at the scene as the 27-year-old was placed into custody and taken away in handcuffs. 'We are grateful for the support from the Sumner County Sheriff's Office, Sumner EMA, Sumner County EMS, Sumner County ECC, Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, Tennessee Highway Patrol, Department of Homeland Security, Hendersonville Police Department, Portland Police Department, Goodlettsville Police Department, White House Police Department, and IGY6 Ministries, all of who assisted in ensuring the safety and security of today's event,' stated Gallatin police. ⏩ Meanwhile, the 'No Kings' protest in Nashville also led to one arrest. According to authorities, a 19-year-old counter-protester from Murfreesboro got into heated arguments and spit at protesters before pulling out a gun and pointing it toward the ground. Booking records show the 19-year-old was charged with misdemeanor disorderly conduct is being held at Metro Jail on a $1,500 bond. No additional details about the separate arrests were immediately released. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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Gun pulled during ‘No Kings' protest in Nashville
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Authorities have arrested and charged a man who allegedly brandished a handgun during the 'No Kings' protest in Nashville. The Metro Nashville Police Department said officers were flagged to the area of Jefferson Street and 7th Avenue North just before 12 p.m. on Saturday, June 14. 📧 Have breaking news come to you: → According to witnesses, the suspect—identified as a 19-year-old counter-protester from Murfreesboro—was involved in heated arguments and spit at people during the 'No Kings' protest at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. At some point, the 19-year-old reportedly pulled out a gun and kept it pointed toward the ground, which placed people in the crowd in fear. | READ MORE | Booking records show the 19-year-old was charged with misdemeanor disorderly conduct and is being held at Metro Jail on a $1,500 bond. Officials added this was the only arrest related to the protest in Nashville. No additional details were immediately released. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
