Man wanted in 3 counties almost strikes Rutherford deputies

Dec 06, 2020 at 05:36 pm by Lisa Marchesoni


A man wanted on multiple warrants almost struck several Rutherford County Sheriff’s deputies with a Chevrolet Suburban when they tried to arrest him Sunday in La Vergne, a sheriff’s sergeant said.

Steven Tyler Ralston, who was located at 129 Rocky Tock St., almost struck deputies when they approached him, said Sgt. Bryant Gregory.  Cpl. George Barrett pursued him to Waldron Road onto Interstate 24 near Bell Roadwhere the pursuit ended.

 “Ralston is a confirmed gang member with the Aryan Brotherhood, has a history of being armed, and has made threats to law enforcement that he will not go back to jail,” Gregory said.

He is wanted for: 

If you see Ralston, please contact your local police immediately or the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office at 615-898-7770. Do not approach him.

Deputies returned to the home where they located Payton Bozeman, who was charged with theft in Rutherford County and aggravated burglary in Bedford County. 

A stolen Chevrolet Cavalier was located on the property.

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