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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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...]
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 … [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 … [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 … [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 … [Read More...]
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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...]
Law and Order Dec. 31
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift December 30 : B Squad 25-013380- 6700 BLK Ringgold Road- Arrest - Following a traffic stop, a man was taken into custody on an outstanding warrant out of Hamilton County Sessions Court for driving on a revoke license. He was transported to the Hamilton County Jail without incident. 25-013389- 6000 BLK Wentworth Ave.- Assist Other Agency - Soddy Daisy Police Department CID contacted the East Ridge Police … [Read More...]
Law and Order Dec. 30
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift December 24: B Squad 25-013217- 4100 BLK Ringgold Road- Assault PD - Police responded after two women reported a mental health consumer threw rocks at them and their vehicle. The two did not wish to press charges for assault or vandalism at this time, but they exchanged contact information with the suspect’s caretaker in order to handle the vandalism to the vehicle civilly. Night Shift December 24: D … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Dec. 26-29
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Dec. 26-29. 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. Friday, Dec. 26 One arrest; no charges given Saturday, Dec. 27 JUAREZ, ALDO RAMIREZ1505 E 17TH ST CHATTANOOGA, 37404Age at Arrest: 19 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: FALSE … [Read More...]
TBI Investigating Incident in which CPD Officer was Shot
On December 28, at 11:25 p.m., the Chattanooga Police Department responded to reports of shots fired in the 5500 block of Highway 153. When the officers arrived at the scene, the suspect shot at the officers and the officers returned fire. A CPD officer was struck by the suspect’s gunfire. The Chattanooga Fire Department and Hamilton County EMS responded to the scene and transported the officer to a local hospital. The officer is in stable condition. During the incident, the suspect stole a … [Read More...]