Metropolitan Nashville Police Department officers are actively searching for Ross Peterson, a 38-year-old man accused of committing a violent assault against a woman in Nashville, Tennessee. Peterson is wanted on warrants for aggravated assault, harassment, and theft of property following an incident that occurred on Saturday morning, October 17, 2026. According to police reports, the suspect and the victim share a prior dating history. Officers had previously responded to the victim’s residence earlier that morning after she reported receiving threatening text messages and Peterson showing up at her doorstep. During that initial interaction, officers assisted the victim in obtaining an order of protection and a harassment warrant, which was issued at 6:15 a.m. After officers departed, Peterson allegedly returned to the property. The victim reported seeing him vandalizing her car and went outside to confront him. It was during this encounter that Peterson allegedly attacked the woman with a hammer, causing extensive injuries to her head and face. Responding officers discovered the victim lying in her backyard with severe injuries and recovered a hammer at the scene, which has been collected as evidence. Peterson is also suspected of stealing the victim’s cell phone. At the time of the incident, Peterson was on probation for a felony methamphetamine possession conviction in Williamson County. Despite ongoing efforts, law enforcement has not yet located the suspect. Authorities urge anyone with information regarding Peterson’s whereabouts to contact the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department or Crime Stoppers. Tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers at 615-742-7463 or the Department of Emergency Communications at 615-862-8600. Police emphasize that Peterson is considered dangerous and may pose a threat to public safety.