Following a competitive recruitment process that drew 29 applicants, the City of East Ridge has selected two finalists to interview publicly for the City Manager position. The new City Manager will … [Read More...]
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Law and Order Jan. 15
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 14 : A Squad 26-000449 – 3600 BLK Ringgold Road – Credit Card Fraud - Officers met with the RP at this … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Jan. 11-14
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Jan. 11-14. An arrest does not mean that a person has been … [Read More...]
Chattanooga Police Make Arrest In Hamilton Place Blvd Homicide
The Chattanooga Police Department has arrested a woman in connection to a Tuesday homicide. At approximately 1:00 pm, officers responded to the 2000 block of Hamilton Place Boulevard on reports of an … [Read More...]
Bennett Road Man Charged with Rape of Minor
An East Ridge man, along with his mother, were charged on Tuesday with various crimes in regard to an incident stemming from August of last year. According to Hamilton County Jail booking reports, … [Read More...]
Law and Order Jan. 14
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 13 : B Squad 26-000424 – 4200 BLK Ringgold Road - Theft - The reporting party claimed her daughter's … [Read More...]
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Chattanooga Police Investigating Homicide on N Willow Street
The Chattanooga Police Department is investigating a shooting that left one person dead Monday night. At approximately 10:30 pm, CPD officers responded to a reported shooting on N Willow Street. Upon arrival they found two victims with gunshot wounds. Both were transported to a local hospital by Hamilton County EMS. One victim, a 37-year-old man, was pronounced dead, the other victim, a juvenile, is in critical condition. Homicide and Crime Scene Investigators are actively working to develop … [Read More...]
Law and Order Jan. 13
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 12 : B Squad 26-000390-3700 BLK Fountain Avenue-Missing Not Endangered - The caller reported to police that he had not heard from his son since 12/19/2025. He advised police that the last time he spoke with his son, he was staying at a hotel on Ringgold Road. It was discovered that he had checked out on 12/24/2025. The party was entered into NCIC as missing. 26-000402- 800 BLK Hardin Drive- Psychiatric … [Read More...]
Dean Touts ‘Banner Year’ in Criminal Court Clerk Collections
The Hamilton County Criminal Court Clerk’s Office announced Monday that the numbers are in for 2025 collections and they look very good. “We had another banner year in 2025 collections,” Criminal Court Clerk Vince Dean said. In 2025, receipts totaled close to $2 Million. That total includes the amount collected by the collection agency retained by the office, lump sum settlements, jail garnishments and the overwhelming receipts through walk in customers." Dean said these collections amounted … [Read More...]
Law and Order Jan. 12
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 9: A Squad 26-000277 – 1500 BLK McDonald Road - Suspicious Person - Police were informed of a homeless male sleeping in the parking lot and were requested by the manager to trespass the subject. The subject was identified and informed that he was trespassed from the property. He left the area without future incident. 26-000279-1300 BLK Adonna Lane - Suspicious Activity - Police contacted a reporting … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Jan. 4-10
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Jan. 4-10. An arrest does not mean that a person has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Sunday, Jan. 4 None Monday, Jan. 5 DURHAM, BENJAMIN LEE202 NIGHT ST RANSVILLE, 35986Age at Arrest: 19 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: SEXUAL BATTERYASSAULTPUBLIC … [Read More...]
City to Cut Ribbon on Venue 1921
The City of East Ridge will officially celebrate the grand opening of Venue 1921 at East Ridge with a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house on Saturday, January 24, welcoming community members, local leaders, and media to experience the city’s newest event and gathering space. The ribbon cutting ceremony will begin at 1:30 pm and will feature remarks from city leadership, followed by an open house featuring music, light bites and refreshments and opportunities to explore the building’s design, … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket Jan. 13
The following individuals are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, Jan. 13. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Cherieca Balckburn - Possession Meth/Resale, Possession Mushrooms/Resale, Possession Fentanyl/Resale, Possession Legend Drugs, Possession Marijuana, Drug Paraphernalia. Manel Bravo-Vicente - Violation Order of Protection/PTR. Jonathan Desrocher - Suspended DL/Capias, Seat Belt. Desiree Dunn - Criminal Conspiracy/Capias. Benjamin … [Read More...]
Law and Order Jan. 9
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 8 : B Squad 26-000246 – 3200 BLK Ringgold Road - Deceptive Practice - The owner reported a party attempted to cash a check for $26,000 using their banking account information at an unknown PNC Bank location. The business advised they would forward any information as they received it. 26-000249- 5600 BLK Ringgold Road- Unknown Trouble - Police responded to the business after Catoosa County deferred the … [Read More...]
Law and Order Jan. 8
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 7 : B Squad 26-000204- 6100 BLK Welworth Avenue - Arrest - While being taken into custody on outstanding East Ridge warrants, a party received a new charge of making 911 in non-emergency situations. 26-000206- 6100 BLK Welworth Avenue- Arrest/ Warrant Service - A man was taken into custody on three outstanding East Ridge Forfeiture Capias. He was transported to the Hamilton County Jail. 26-000207- 5700 … [Read More...]
Law and Order Jan. 7
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 6 : A Squad 26-000175 - 6500 BLK Ringgold Road - Intoxicated Person - Officers encountered a man after a report of him being unsteady on his feet. He was heading to the hospital to get his leg looked at since he had a large laceration on it. Police gave him a courtesy ride to the hospital without further incident. 26-000171 – 600 BLK Camp Jordan Parkway – Check Well Being - Police received reports of a … [Read More...]
Law And Order Jan. 6
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 2: B Squad 26-000004 – 5300 BLK Haisten Court - Supplemental - The resident of this location reported she found the projectile that struck her home from New Year's Eve. The item was secured in property and inventory. 26-000051 – 1400 BLK North Smith Street - Found Property - Police responded to the hotel after employees reported a guest left behind a handgun in the room. The firearm was secured and … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket Jan. 6
The following individuals are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, Jan. 6. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Mary Dorsey aka/Williams - Possession Controlled Substance/PTR. Shammarie Elliott - Theft of Property/For Capias. Michael Tilley - Theft/Shoplifting, Theft/Capias, Theft under $1,000/Capias, Disorderly/Capias, Public Intoxication/Capias. Shawn Unruh - Possession Meth/Resale/PTR, Possession Marijuana/Resale, Possession Meth, … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Dec. 30-Jan. 3
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Dec. 30-Jan. 3. An arrest does not mean that a person has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Tuesday, Dec. 30 ALLEN, NINA LATIA512 S CHICAGO AVE ROCKFORD, 61104Age at Arrest: 46 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: THEFT OF PROPERTY (MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT) MCDOWELL, DUSTIN … [Read More...]
Law and Order Jan. 2
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift December 31 : A Squad 25-013408 – 5700 BLK Roper Street- Burglary - Police spoke with the complainant who reported a burglary at his apartment on 12/30, around 1700 hours. He stated that several items were stolen, including a baby bottle containing money, four pairs of shoes, and a security camera. The total value of the stolen items is estimated at approximately $1,200. At this time, no suspects have been … [Read More...]
City Offices Closed for New Year’s Day
The City of East Ridge offices and Library will be closed Thursday, January 1, in observance of New Year’s Day. All properties scheduled for Thursday garbage pick-up will be collected on Friday, January 2. All other properties scheduled for Friday garbage and recycling service will also be collected on Friday, January 2. To ensure prompt service, please make sure to place your trash carts at the curb the night before your scheduled pickup date. For more information about the City of East Ridge, … [Read More...]