Stretch of E. Charleston Boulevard temporarily closed by police activity
Updated August 31, 2024 - 7:10 pm
The eastbound lanes of East Charleston Boulevard between Lucerne Street and Lamont Street were temporarily closed Saturday after Metropolitan Police Department officers apprehended a person of interest in a battery offense, police said.
The section of Charleston Boulevard was temporarily closed to collect evidence, according to Metro Lt. Nick Jones. The lanes reopened Saturday evening.
Officers responded just after 4:30 p.m and the man was taken into custody while walking, Jones said.
The investigation is ongoing and charges have not yet been finalized, according to Metro.
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