3 teens arrested after officers recover stolen Kia in Nashville

During an interview, police said the driver admitted to stealing the vehicle.
Published: Jun. 27, 2025 at 4:54 PM CDT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Metro Nashville Police Department announced the arrest of three teenagers after officers recovered a stolen vehicle overnight.

Police said three teens, ages 16, 15 and 14, were arrested on Thursday night. Officers also recovered a stolen 2020 Kia Rio.

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The 16-year-old driver stopped outside of a Quail Valley Road home, where all three were taken into custody. During an interview, police said the driver admitted to stealing the vehicle.

“The Kia had been reported stolen on Wednesday morning from a Valley Grove Drive residence. The car’s steering column had been stripped,” MNPD said. “The driver is charged with vehicle theft and possession of burglary tools. His two passengers are charged with joyriding.”