Tennessee Man Accused of Kidnapping Two Victims at Gunpoint and Locking Them in Ford Fusion Trunk Before 911 Call Led Police to Rescue
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE — A 41-year-old armed suspect is accused of forcing two men into the trunk of a Ford Fusion in broad daylight outside a Nashville gas station — only for one victim to call 911 from inside the trunk, guiding officers straight to their location and leading to the suspect’s arrest.
The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department announced that Jericco McFarland was taken into custody and charged with two counts of aggravated kidnapping, two counts of aggravated robbery, and felon in possession of a weapon.
Gunman Fired Multiple Shots Before Forcing Victims Into Trunk, Police Say
The violent kidnapping occurred on Nov. 16 around 4:45 p.m. outside the Citgo station at 701 Dickerson Pike.
According to investigators, McFarland allegedly held two men — ages 18 and 26 — at gunpoint and then fired several shots before forcing them into the trunk.
One bullet reportedly grazed a victim’s ankle, traveling:
“through the top and out the back of his tennis shoe,”
— Court documents
Once trapped inside, one of the victims managed to call 911, giving police real-time information as the vehicle moved.
Kidnapper Stopped 1 Mile Away With Another Gunman Waiting
Police say McFarland drove roughly one mile to Lischey Avenue, where he opened the trunk — but he was now joined by another armed man.
Both suspects allegedly:
- Pistol-whipped the victims
- Stole their belongings, including jewelry
- Even took one victim’s pants during the robbery
Officers, tracking the emergency call, moved in as the attackers fled on foot. The victims remained locked in the trunk — injured but alive.
Victims Identify Kidnapper; Police Recover Video Evidence
Detectives say they later obtained video footage of the attack.
Both victims separately identified McFarland from a photo lineup, confirming him as the armed kidnapper.
Police also emphasize that the attack did not appear random, though they have not disclosed the motive.
The second gunman has not been identified.
Suspect Arrested in Grocery Store Parking Lot
On Tuesday, detectives spotted McFarland in a grocery store parking lot. He was arrested without incident.
Inside the vehicle he was driving, officers allegedly found a loaded revolver.
Authorities noted McFarland is a convicted felon with prior drug offenses. He is currently held on a $202,500 bond.
Police continue to search for the second suspect.
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