Gallatin, TN – A man was taken into custody overnight after deputies in Sumner County located a vehicle reportedly stolen out of Nashville, according to the Sumner County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies said their C-Squad received an alert from a License Plate Reader identifying the stolen car traveling through Gallatin. Authorities quickly located the vehicle and detained the driver, identified as Keith Lockridge, without incident.
According to officials, Lockridge was arrested on a charge of Theft of a Motor Vehicle. The vehicle has since been recovered.
The Sheriff’s Office noted the arrest came during cold nighttime conditions but praised the deputies for their quick response, crediting the technology and teamwork that led to the safe apprehension.
No injuries or additional incidents were reported. Further details about Lockridge’s court appearance or bond were not immediately available as of Tuesday morning.
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