The estranged son of Nashville’s police chief is accused of shooting two officers in a suburb of the Tennessee capital, authorities said Saturday.
John C. Drake Jr., 38, is accused of shooting two officers in front of a Dollar General store in La Vergne, located southeast of Nashville, at about 2:23 p.m. CDT on Saturday afternoon,reported. Police have asked residents to shelter in place, stating that Drake Jr. was believed to be armed and dangerous..
“Despite my efforts and guidance in the early and teenage years, my son, John Drake Jr., now 38 years old, resorted to years of criminal activity and is a convicted felon,”. “He has not been a part of my life for quite some time. He now needs to be found and held accountable for his actions today. I hope that anyone who sees him or has information about him will contact law enforcement immediately.
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