Nashville Police Chief's Son, a Convicted Felon, Wanted for Shooting Two Officers

John C. Drake Jr., with a Rap Sheet Including Aggravated Rape and Assault, On the Run After Allegedly Shooting Two Officers; Statewide Alert Issued as Multiple Law Enforcement Agencies Join Manhunt.

John C. Drake Jr., son of Nashville Police Chief John Drake, is wanted for the alleged shooting of two police officers in La Vergne, Tennessee. A statewide alert has been issued, and multiple law enforcement agencies are involved in the manhunt.
The Police Chief, known for his work in steering youth away from crime, issued a statement acknowledging that his son is the suspect and stating that despite his guidance, his son resorted to criminal activity.
The two officers, Ashely Boleyjack and Gregory Kern, were investigating a stolen vehicle when the incident happened. They are reported to have been treated and released from Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
John C. Drake Jr. is a convicted felon with a history of criminal activity, including convictions for aggravated rape and assault. His criminal record dates back to 2005 with multiple arrests.
Nashville's Police Chief John Drake, despite the personal turmoil, has focused on a community-building approach to policing, including mentoring programs for at-risk youth and initiatives aimed at creating closer bonds between police and community.