The investigation into the July 4th murder of Etabo Malanda, 16, at Fallbrook Apartments on Dellway Villa Road, has led to the identification of two suspects, Raceme L. Crutcher, 21, and Jaylin Brown, 17.
An arrest warrant charging Crutcher with criminal homicide has been issued. A Juvenile Court arrest order charging Brown with criminal homicide is also outstanding. Anyone seeing Crutcher or Brown, or knowing their whereabouts, is asked to call Nashville Crime Stoppers at 615-742-7463. Callers to Crime Stoppers can remain anonymous and qualify for a cash reward.
Surveillance video, witness accounts, and information provided by community members led to the identification of Crutcher and Brown as suspects in this case. The motive is believed to be tied to an ongoing dispute between the parties.
Homicide Unit Detective Ryan Russell is leading this investigation.
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Raceme L. Crutcher, 21
Jaylin Brown, 17