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August 17 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along" reports. August 15 Day Shift 22-011491- 3900 Ringgold Road- Assault- Police responded to this location in reference to a disorder call. … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for August 16
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along" reports. August 14 – Day Shift 1410 Mack Smith Rd. (Aggravated Domestic 22-011444) A woman reported her boyfriend woke her around 04:30 … [Read More...]
Blood Assurance Asking for Platelet Donors
Blood Assurance is issuing an urgent plea to the public about donating platelets. As of Monday morning, the nonprofit organization only had 32 platelet units available. Blood Assurance needs 75-100 … [Read More...]
August 15 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along" reports, courtesy of the administration. August 12 – Day Shift 728 Frawley Rd. (Vandalism)- Police spoke with the property manager who … [Read More...]
Skrmetti Will be Next State Attorney General
This article is from Tennessee/Lookout The Tennessee Supreme Court on Wednesday appointed Gov. Bill Lee’s chief counsel to serve as the state’s Attorney General. The high court chose Jonathan Skrmetti … [Read More...]
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Red Wolves Post Another Draw
The Red Wolves battled to a 1-1 draw on the road against Forward Madison FC, Saturday in USL League One action. Juan Galindrez scored early for the Red Wolves and the good guys led for 80 minutes before the home team got on the board and ruined the hopes for a ninth win of the season. The draw leaves the Red Wolves at 8-8-5, good enough for third place in league play with 29 total points. The Red Wolves will return to CHI Memorial Stadium this Saturday when they host South Georgia Tormenta FC … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Aug. 8-14
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Aug. 8-14. 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. FREDERICK, JACOB HOWARD3617 CRAIG RD APT A CHATTANOOGA, 37412Age at Arrest: 26 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeRESISTING STOP, FRIST, HALT, ARREST OR SEARCHDOMESTIC ASSAULT MARTINEZ-SONTAY, … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for August 13
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along" reports. August 11 Day Shift 22-011292- 6510 Ringgold Road- Unwanted Person- The caller advised a homeless male was loitering in front of the business and refusing to leave. On scene police spoke with the male. He decided to leave the property. 22-011295- 5615 Clemons Road- AOA/Fallen Tree- Police responded with ERFD on a tree in a house call. On scene police stood by while Fire handled the call. The street department responded to … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket for Aug. 16
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, August 16. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue. Joshua Brewer - Criminal Simulation, Theft over $1,000, Suspended DL. Michael Cantrell - Public Indecency. Walter Fortson - Suspended DL/For Capias, Fail to Appear, Tinted Windows. Aaron Foskey - Revoked DL/For Capias, Fail to Appear, Red Light Violation. Phillip Headrick - DUI, Felony Evading, Reckless Endangerment (2), Implied Consent, Suspended … [Read More...]
Pioneers Put Up 32 Points in Two Quarters at Jamboree
East Ridge showed some high-powered offense scoring 32 points in two quarters, Thursday evening at Finley Stadium in the high school football jamboree. Jalen Ellis, Marquell Sails and Jermaine Blackstock all had rushing scores in East Ridge's 19-0 win over Lookout Valley. Ellis scored on a 61-yard scamper, while Sails and T.J. Holmes had several big gains on the ground. Linebacker Javonte Pullom led the defense with a tackle for loss on a big hit. In the Pioneers' 13-0 blanking of Sale Creek, … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for August 12
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along" reports. August 10 Day Shift 22-011254- 3100 blk of Ringgold Road- Tunnel Obstruction- A driver chose to disregard the height restriction signs along Ringgold Road and wound up stuck in the tunnel. He was cited. While blocking the roadway a motorist decided to drive around a police vehicle. She was stopped at the tunnel and issued citations. TDOT was contacted and responded. Note: Per TDOT, they need to be contacted every time an … [Read More...]
Corker Leads Tennessee Group Urging ‘Yes’ Vote on Anti-Slavery Amendment
This article is from Tennessee/Lookout Former U.S. Sen. Bob Corker will lead a statewide, bipartisan coalition of elected leaders urging Tennesseans to approve a measure that would remove language permitting a form of slavery from the Tennessee Constitution. The Constitution is currently worded: “That slavery and involuntary servitude, except as punishment for a crime, whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, are forever prohibited by this State.” Should the constitutional amendment … [Read More...]
Study Shows Tennessee Ranks 36th for Overall Child Well-Being
This article is from Tennessee/Lookout Tennessee has experienced slight improvement in providing stability for children, families’ struggles with poverty, health and security kept the state ranked 36th in overall child well-being, according to a 2022 report. A 50-state report of recent household data developed by the Annie E. Casey Foundation showed that Tennessee children are still struggling to get access to basic necessities, such as nutritious food, financial stability, stable housing and … [Read More...]
Parkridge Expands Robot-Assisted Surgery Program
Parkridge Medical Center has expanded its robot-assisted surgery program, adding an orthopedic surgical robot to its lineup of leading-edge treatment technologies. The VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution for total knee replacement allows surgeons to use the robot’s mapping technology to optimize implant placement, which facilitates stability and range of motion. These factors are key to providing excellent outcomes and long-lasting results. “This investment in technology underscores our commitment … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for August 11
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along" reports. August 9 Day Shift 1400 Mack Smith( Civil Matter 22-011183): Officers were notified of a vehicle exiting the Budgetel that had been taken without the permission of the owner. The vehicle had been taken from an address in Chattanooga but the owner had not reported it stolen. The vehicle was located and returned to the owner. 1521 Rugby Pl (Assist Fire 22-011181): Police responded to this location for a possible residential … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for Aug. 10
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along" reports. August 8 Day Shift 6105 Ringgold Rd. (Fight): Two parties were observed by a reporting party outside of an unknown make black truck fighting. Parties had left area prior to police arrival and later pulled into the police department. The parties were identified and stated they had recently broken up and a physical altercation ensued while inside the vehicle. Police were unable to determine a primary aggressor due to … [Read More...]
August 9 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from "pass along" reports provided by the administration of the East Ridge Police Department. August 07 – Day Shift 3805 Ringgold Road (AOA/Wires Down 22-011100): Police responded with ERFD on a wires down call behind the business. On scene police assisted Fire. ********************************************************************* August 07 – Night Shift 4214 Ringgold Road / Warrant Service (22-011113): Travis Roden … [Read More...]
Bush New Counsel for HCSO
Sheriff-Elect Austin Garrett announces attorney Brian Bush to serve on his Executive Staff as General Counsel for the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office. The General Counsel serves as the primary legal representative for the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office and provides assistance with a variety of legal matters including contractual agreements, MOU’s, subpoenas, human resources related issues, legal training for both new cadets and annual in-service training, and is responsible for the open … [Read More...]
Sheriff-Elect Austin Garrett Announces New Chief of Staff
On Monday, Sheriff-Elect Austin Garrett announced Ron Bernard as the new Chief of Staff for the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office. Chief of Staff Bernard will be responsible for directing the day-to-day operations of the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office’s administration such as Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, Maintenance, and FUSE. Ron recently completed his fifteenth year with the HCSO and has over twenty-five years of management experience. Since September of 2018 he has held … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for Aug. 8
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along" reports. August 05 – Day Shift 22-011019- 5310 Clemons Road- Theft- The caller advised a patient reported a theft of $200 from his belongings. On scene police spoke with the caller and the patient and found the theft occurred yesterday. It is suspected a former employee may be responsible for the theft. Report on file. 22-011020- 1318 Laredo Avenue- Distress Alarm- Police responded to check the residence. On scene the alarm was found … [Read More...]