Nashville Man Charged After East Nashville Condo Burglary
A 51-year-old man was arrested following the reported theft of a rifle and watch from a condo unit.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Property Crime
Police charged Jason Moller with aggravated burglary and theft after items were taken from a unit at the 5th and Main condos in East Nashville in mid-May 2026. Surveillance footage allegedly captured the suspect leaving the building with a rifle case.
Why it matters
The case highlights concerns regarding building security after the suspect, who had been requested to enter the property for maintenance, allegedly accessed a resident's unit without permission.
Jason Moller faces charges of aggravated burglary, theft of property, and theft of a firearm with a bond set at $14,000. He was booked into the Metro jail following the investigation into the May 2026 incident.
The players
Jason Moller
He is the 51-year-old suspect charged with multiple counts of burglary and theft.
Metro jail
This is the detention facility where the suspect was processed and held following his arrest.
The details
On May 14, 2026, the suspect was authorized to enter the condo to turn off a water valve but allegedly entered the unit while the victim was inside. Security cameras later recorded him exiting an elevator carrying a rifle case containing a $700 Ruger 10/22 rifle, alongside a $3,000 Tag Heuer watch.
Timeline
The suspect was requested to enter the condo for valve maintenance on May 14, 2026.
The burglary occurred at the 5th and Main condos during mid-May 2026.
Legal Context
This case aligns with broader patterns of residential burglary prosecution under Tennessee criminal law. Such incidents are frequently scrutinized by local authorities regarding how property management access policies intersect with state statutes on aggravated burglary.
The incident serves as a reminder for residents to verify maintenance requests and secure valuables when external personnel are present in their homes. Security protocols at multi-unit residential buildings may face increased scrutiny following this breach.
The takeaway
Maintaining clear communication with property management can help ensure resident safety during authorized maintenance visits. Residents should always confirm the identity and purpose of individuals granted access to their private units.
Further reading
For more information on trends in local criminal investigations, visit the Property Crime section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WKRN News 2.
