Three Nashville men with previous convictions for violent crimes or drug offenses are facing new federal charges related to firearms and drug possession. Acting United States Attorney for the Middle District of Tennessee, Robert E. McGuire, announced the charges, emphasizing a renewed focus on combating illegal gun possession and drug trafficking.
“We are ramping up our efforts to protect our community from those who would illegally possess guns and those who would sell drugs,” said Acting U.S. Attorney McGuire. “These three arrests in the span of just a few days should put violent criminals on notice that if you break the law, we will hold you accountable in federal court.”
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Carlos J. Rodriguez, 27: Charged on January 24th with being a felon in possession of a firearm. Rodriguez was previously convicted in Rutherford County on a felony drug offense. The charge stems from a September 2024 incident where law enforcement observed Rodriguez conducting suspected drug transactions. A search of his vehicle yielded ammunition, cash, and ledgers documenting drug sales.
George Charles Carter, III, 48: Charged on January 24th with being a felon in possession of a firearm and possession with intent to distribute controlled substances. Carter has prior felony convictions in Tennessee, including aggravated assault. He was arrested after a January 19th shooting incident and subsequent police pursuit. He was found in possession of cocaine, methamphetamine, and a digital scale.
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Keontis Jenkins, 28: Charged on January 27th with being a felon in possession of a firearm, possession of a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking, and possession with intent to distribute controlled substances. Jenkins has prior felony convictions, including reckless endangerment with a deadly weapon.
He was arrested on January 14th on outstanding warrants for attempted homicide and found in possession of oxycodone, a Glock pistol with a machine gun conversion device, and other firearms. A search of his residence yielded fentanyl pills, Xanax, hydrocodone, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia.
These cases are being investigated by the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. Assistant U.S. Attorney Rachel M. Stephens is prosecuting the cases.
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