NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — There was a heavy police presence reported in East Nashville near South 5th Street and I-24.
According to police, the suspect allegedly fired shots toward officers and was barricaded inside the James Cayce Homes.
He has since surrendered and is in custody.
UPDATE (7a): the exit ramp is partially open; all traffic must turn left off of the exit.
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