Police Investigate Bomb Found at Franklin Care Facility

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At 7:15 am Saturday, Franklin Police Officers were summoned to NHC Cool Springs, 211 Cool Springs Boulevard, to investigate a suspicious device. Arriving officers found what appeared to be a bomb inside of an employee’s car. The device was discovered by an NHC employee who was ending her shift. Officers began the immediate relocation of approximately 60 patients to other parts of the building.

Franklin Fire Department, Williamson County’s EMS, Emergency Management, and Sheriff’s Office all responded to assist. Bomb Specialists from the THP and FBI worked together to safeguard the device. The 220 patients were moved to safe portions of the facility, which was closed to the public.

suspectFranklin Police have identified Mitchell Hunter Oakes as a person of interest in this case. Oakes is 6’3”, 240 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. The vehicle he may be driving is currently unknown. Oakes may have ties to Crossville, Pikeville, and Cookeville. Oakes is a convicted felon with a violent history and extensive knowledge of bomb making and weapons. He is considered armed and dangerous, and currently wanted on a felony warrant out of Virginia. If you see Mitchell Oakes, call 9-1-1. Franklin Police and the ATF are offering a reward of up to $7,500 for information leading police to his whereabouts. Call (615) 794-2513.

At 3:30pm, the Franklin Police Department tweeted that the situation was secure and there was no risk remaining at NHC. They also thanked partner agencies for all their support and response during this situation.

 

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