South Inglewood Park
Coverage of South Inglewood Park in the Nexus archive.
- Homeless man becomes first Metro Nashville Police arrest under state’s felony anti-camping law
A homeless man in Nashville became the first person arrested under Tennessee’s felony anti-camping law after officers responded to a 911 call at South Inglewood Park. Joseph Williams was charged with felony camping, evading arrest, and had an outstanding warrant, but later pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor and remains without permanent housing.
- Metro Nashville Police Department Reissues Guidance on Felony Camping Laws After Park Arrests
Metro Nashville Police Department reissued guidance on felony camping laws following arrests at South Inglewood Park. The policy requires officers to consult supervisors before arrests for unlawful camping and emphasizes considering community resources. Joseph Lamont Williams was arrested after prior warnings, and Officer Daniel Rizzo used a stun gun during his pursuit.
- Homeless man’s arrest under Tennessee’s felony camping law sparks debate
Joseph Williams, a homeless man, was arrested under Tennessee's felony camping law and spent nine days in jail. He has since returned to South Inglewood Park, where he was previously living. The incident has sparked debate over the law.