NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A woman faces multiple charges after allegedly assaulting paramedics and police officers during an arrest in Nashville’s Hillsboro Village.
Officers responded on July 13 after receiving reports that an EMS crew was in danger, according to arrest documents obtained by WKRN.
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A paramedic told police that Jessica Woods, 33, struck and stabbed her with a used needle while being transported to a hospital. Woods then allegedly pulled the medic’s hair, tried to bite her and fled the ambulance.
Officers found Woods and said she ignored commands to remain at the scene and attempted to run away.
Police said Woods swung handcuffs at an officer during her arrest, striking the officer in the face and causing swelling and bruising. The paramedic was taken to a hospital for evaluation.
Woods was booked on two felony counts of assaulting a first responder with a deadly weapon and nine misdemeanor charges. Her bond was set at $81,500.
