FRANKLIN, TN (WSMV) – Two Franklin Police officers suffered accidents after being dragged behind a automotive when the suspect of a site visitors cease fled the scene on Sunday morning.

Officer Dustyn Stevens stopped 26-year-old Roy Nicholson, of Columbia whereas touring on the northbound aspect of Interstate 65 between Murfreesboro Road and McEwen Drive at 10:20 a.m.

Police stated that when Stevens, a four-year Franklin Police Officer, requested Nicholson to step out of the automotive, he observed a gun within the automotive and smelled marijuana. Outside of the car, police stated Nicholson started actively resisting Stevens.

Police launched a dash-cam video that reveals “Nicholson break away from the officer” earlier than getting again into the automotive. The video then reveals the automotive driving off with Stevens and an helping Officer, Matt Lamarr, being dragged behind. Lamarr, a 16-year Franklin Police veteran, had run over to help Stevens.

Witnesses who noticed the incident adopted the automotive. With their statements, investigators instantly positioned Nicholson outdoors the Franklin Walmart. Police charged Nicholson with two counts of aggravated assault towards a primary responder and felony evading. Police are anticipated to cost Nicholson with extra expenses.

EMS took Stevens to Vanderbilt Medical Center, the place police stated he was handled and launched. The accidents for Lamar didn’t require speedy medical remedy.

Nicholson was launched on the $40,000 bond set by the Magistrate. He is due in court docket on June 9 at 1 p.m.

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