James Young : “Man tracks car burglar, thwarts attack”

Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Car burglary self-defense
2. Man fights off attacker

A Highland Heights man helped police catch a car burglar who tried to stab him in his North Highland home. The victim’s dogs alerted him to the break-in, and he confronted the suspect, who wielded a pocketknife. The victim defended himself with a baton, causing the suspect to flee. After a brief chase, the victim called the police, leading to the arrest of James Young, 58. Young was found with a pocketknife and charged with aggravated assault and vehicle burglary. The victim recovered his stolen property and is relieved to have the perpetrator off the streets. Young is scheduled to appear in court on Thursday.

The Incident in Highland Heights, Memphis

In the quiet neighbourhood of Highland Heights in Memphis, a resident found himself in a harrowing situation on Tuesday night. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, was alerted by the barks of his three dogs just before 10 p.m. He stepped outside to investigate and discovered that someone had broken into his truck parked in the driveway of his North Highland home.

A Terrifying Confrontation

As the victim approached his truck, he noticed that the driver’s side doors and back camper windows had been opened. Suddenly, a man wielding a pocket knife lunged at him, attempting to stab him. The victim, quick to react, pulled out a baton for self-defense.

In a tense moment, the victim struck the suspect on the leg with the baton, causing him to flee. Undeterred, the victim jumped into his truck and began pursuing the assailant to prevent any further harm.

The Chase and Arrest

Desperate to evade capture, the suspect, later identified as James Young, 58, was found by police in the backyard of a house in the 3400 block of Given Avenue. A pocket knife was discovered nearby, discarded by Young in an attempt to conceal it.

During the pursuit, the victim noticed a vehicle code reader, valued at $400, fall out of Young’s pocket. It became evident that Young had also shattered a window to gain access to the victim’s truck. The victim expressed relief that he was able to apprehend Young before further damage could be done.

Justice Served

James Young was charged with aggravated assault and burglary of a vehicle. He is currently being held on a $15,000 bond and is scheduled to appear before a judge on Thursday. The victim’s quick thinking and bravery in the face of danger led to the apprehension of a dangerous criminal, ensuring the safety of his neighbourhood.

As the community reflects on this incident, it serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and prompt action in the face of crime. The swift response of the victim and the diligent efforts of law enforcement have brought a sense of justice to Highland Heights, Memphis.