Topline: Police say the man attempted to meet a 17-year-old for sex, having offered a tattoo as an exchange.
Published: May 26, 2025 7:00 am ET
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Bradley Wolchuk (via Collegedale Police)
COLLEGEDALE, TN – A Tennessee man is facing multiple felony charges after an alleged attempt to meet a juvenile for sexual favors at a local Chick-fil-A.
The incident, which unfolded around 9:30 p.m. on May 20, 2025, involved an adult male allegedly attempting to meet a juvenile for a potential sexual encounter, according to Collegedale Police.
Officers responded to the Chick-fil-A located at 8959 Old Lee Highway after a report was made. Upon their arrival, law enforcement officials observed a vehicle leaving the scene that had been identified by a restaurant employee.
A traffic stop was initiated, and the driver was identified as 29-year-old Bradley Zach Wolchuk.
According to police, Wolchuk “appeared visibly nervous and was observed attempting to delete content from his phone during the interaction.”
Following an initial investigation, Wolchuk admitted to having engaged in sexually explicit communication with a 17-year-old male he had met earlier that day.
The police release states that “according to Mr. Wolchuk’s own statement, he had offered the juvenile a tattoo in exchange for sexual favors.”
The situation was brought to the attention of authorities when “the juvenile and a manager at the restaurant contacted police immediately upon Mr. Wolchuk’s return to the location.”
Wolchuk was subsequently taken into custody and faces several charges, including solicitation of a minor, trafficking for a commercial sex act, and unlawful removal of registration.
Chief Jack Sapp commended the swift response of his officers, stating, “Our officers acted quickly and professionally to prevent a serious crime.” He further expressed gratitude for the crucial role played by the community, adding, “We are grateful for the cooperation of the business staff and the victim, whose timely report allowed us to intervene.”
The Collegedale Police Department emphasized that “this arrest is part of the Collegedale Police Department’s continued commitment to protecting minors and upholding public safety.” The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with additional digital evidence currently “being reviewed in collaboration with detectives.”
Wolchuk was booked into the Hamilton County Jail following his arrest. His case is scheduled to be heard in the Collegedale Municipal Court on June 25.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
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Bradley Wolchuk (via Collegedale Police)
COLLEGEDALE, TN – A Tennessee man is facing multiple felony charges after an alleged attempt to meet a juvenile for sexual favors at a local Chick-fil-A.
The incident, which unfolded around 9:30 p.m. on May 20, 2025, involved an adult male allegedly attempting to meet a juvenile for a potential sexual encounter, according to Collegedale Police.
Officers responded to the Chick-fil-A located at 8959 Old Lee Highway after a report was made. Upon their arrival, law enforcement officials observed a vehicle leaving the scene that had been identified by a restaurant employee.
A traffic stop was initiated, and the driver was identified as 29-year-old Bradley Zach Wolchuk.
According to police, Wolchuk “appeared visibly nervous and was observed attempting to delete content from his phone during the interaction.”
Following an initial investigation, Wolchuk admitted to having engaged in sexually explicit communication with a 17-year-old male he had met earlier that day.
The police release states that “according to Mr. Wolchuk’s own statement, he had offered the juvenile a tattoo in exchange for sexual favors.”
The situation was brought to the attention of authorities when “the juvenile and a manager at the restaurant contacted police immediately upon Mr. Wolchuk’s return to the location.”
Wolchuk was subsequently taken into custody and faces several charges, including solicitation of a minor, trafficking for a commercial sex act, and unlawful removal of registration.
Chief Jack Sapp commended the swift response of his officers, stating, “Our officers acted quickly and professionally to prevent a serious crime.” He further expressed gratitude for the crucial role played by the community, adding, “We are grateful for the cooperation of the business staff and the victim, whose timely report allowed us to intervene.”
The Collegedale Police Department emphasized that “this arrest is part of the Collegedale Police Department’s continued commitment to protecting minors and upholding public safety.” The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with additional digital evidence currently “being reviewed in collaboration with detectives.”
Wolchuk was booked into the Hamilton County Jail following his arrest. His case is scheduled to be heard in the Collegedale Municipal Court on June 25.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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Published: May 26, 2025 7:00 am ET
Bradley Wolchuk (via Collegedale Police)
COLLEGEDALE, TN – A Tennessee man is facing multiple felony charges after an alleged attempt to meet a juvenile for sexual favors at a local Chick-fil-A.
The incident, which unfolded around 9:30 p.m. on May 20, 2025, involved an adult male allegedly attempting to meet a juvenile for a potential sexual encounter, according to Collegedale Police.
Officers responded to the Chick-fil-A located at 8959 Old Lee Highway after a report was made. Upon their arrival, law enforcement officials observed a vehicle leaving the scene that had been identified by a restaurant employee.
A traffic stop was initiated, and the driver was identified as 29-year-old Bradley Zach Wolchuk.
According to police, Wolchuk “appeared visibly nervous and was observed attempting to delete content from his phone during the interaction.”
Following an initial investigation, Wolchuk admitted to having engaged in sexually explicit communication with a 17-year-old male he had met earlier that day.
The police release states that “according to Mr. Wolchuk’s own statement, he had offered the juvenile a tattoo in exchange for sexual favors.”
The situation was brought to the attention of authorities when “the juvenile and a manager at the restaurant contacted police immediately upon Mr. Wolchuk’s return to the location.”
Wolchuk was subsequently taken into custody and faces several charges, including solicitation of a minor, trafficking for a commercial sex act, and unlawful removal of registration.
Chief Jack Sapp commended the swift response of his officers, stating, “Our officers acted quickly and professionally to prevent a serious crime.” He further expressed gratitude for the crucial role played by the community, adding, “We are grateful for the cooperation of the business staff and the victim, whose timely report allowed us to intervene.”
The Collegedale Police Department emphasized that “this arrest is part of the Collegedale Police Department’s continued commitment to protecting minors and upholding public safety.” The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with additional digital evidence currently “being reviewed in collaboration with detectives.”
Wolchuk was booked into the Hamilton County Jail following his arrest. His case is scheduled to be heard in the Collegedale Municipal Court on June 25.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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