SWEETWATER, Tenn. — A woman has been arrested after firing shots into an occupied vehicle in downtown Sweetwater, police said.
According to a report, the incident was reported in front of the Sweetwater Police Department Friday around 10 a.m.
Police said the victim called 911 as he drove to the police station for help to report he had been followed by a woman, identified as Julia Ferguson, who had already fired several shots at his home.
Police said Ferguson then pulled up beside the victim outside the police station and continued shooting, hitting his vehicle.
The report said the victim backed up to get away from her, but instead hit a utility pole. He was able to get out and run from the gunfire as she continued shooting, even turning to shoot at a passing vehicle with a family inside, police said.
A fourth vehicle's tire parked at the police department was flattened by a stray bullet.
No one was hurt despite all the shots fired.
Police said Ferguson complied with their commands as they arrived. They took her into custody and booked her into the Monroe County Justice Center.
Inside the vehicle, police said they found two semi-automatic handguns, one with a full magazine, and the other emptied. Police found several spent bullet casings and loose ammunition. They also found a large purse inside the vehicle with more ammo of various calibers.
Ferguson is facing numerous felony charges, including four counts of attempted first degree murder and one county of vandalism. She is being held without bond and is set to face court on February 15, 2021.
Police said she might face additional charges pending the outcome of the investigation.
“We are just so relieved that no one was injured today," Sweetwater Police Chief Eddie Byrum said. "This did happen at the police department, but only because the victim came here for help. That is what we are here for – to provide help and protect our citizens."