NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Following multiple inquiries and requests for a report from the community, 615Nav has looked into the recent arrest of a Nashville woman facing a felony child abuse charge.
According to a source familiar with the situation who reached out to our team, the incident allegedly began after a young child ran away from a residence. The source claims that once the child was located, a physical assault occurred. Additionally, the source alleges that there have been prior concerns involving potential neglect at the home.
615Nav makes clear that these claims from the source have not been independently verified by news staff or law enforcement at this time.
Confirmed Booking Information
Official records from the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office and the Nashville Criminal Court Clerk confirm the arrest of Janenique M. Waters, 34. Waters was processed at the Downtown Detention Center on April 27, 2026.
The following data has been pulled from official booking and court records:
- Name: Janenique M. Waters (also listed in records as Janenique Michelle Waters, Janique M. Waters, and Janeniqua Waters)
- JMS Number: 1065605
- Control Number: 477702
- Admitted Date: April 27, 2026, at 1:25 p.m.
- Final Booking: April 27, 2026, at 4:07 p.m.
- Release Date: April 27, 2026, at 6:57 p.m.
- Security Level: Medium
Official Charges
Waters faces a felony charge of Child Abuse – Child 8 or less under warrant GS1109893. Court records indicate her bond was set at $10,000. A settlement hearing for the case has been scheduled for June 26, 2026.
Legal Disclaimer: The charge listed in this report is an allegation based on official court and jail data. All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty in a court of law.