Hamilton County Commissioner Time Boyd will not seek a fourth term on the commission. Boyd, who represents District 8 which includes all of East Ridge, made the announcement at Wednesday's county … [Read More...]
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Dec. 2 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." Nov. 30 Day Shift 631 Camp Jordan Parkway (disorder/criminal trespass): Police responded to Jonathan’s in reference to a customer … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for Dec. 1
The following information is courtesy of the administration of the East Ridge Police Department and compiled from department "pass along reports." Nov. 29 Day Shift 5313 Dupont Street (auto … [Read More...]
Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office Investigators Charge Cheerleading Coach with Child Molestation
RINGGOLD _ Catoosa County Sheriff Gary Sisk announced the arrest of cheerleading coach James Everett Sisson, on charges of child molestation and criminal attempt. Sheriff Sisk said investigators … [Read More...]
Nov. 30 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." November 26 – Day Shift 21-017107- Warrant Service- Travis Walker was arrested on an East Ridge warrant at Silverdale. 21-017112- … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for Nov. 29
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." November 24 – Day Shift 4150 Monroe Street (shoplifting): Sherica Whitener was observed concealing several items at Walmart. … [Read More...]
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‘National Night Out’ Scheduled for October 5 at City Hall
On Tuesday, October 5, starting at 5:30 pm, the East Ridge Police Department and the City of East Ridge will be hosting a National Night Out event at East Ridge City Hall. Booths will be set up along the back lawn of City Hall with safety information, Neighborhood Watch info, fingerprint kits for children, activities and food. Also present will be the East Ridge Animal Shelter, the East Ridge Fire Department and other city volunteers. The City will also hand out free face masks and have hand … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Nov. 22-28
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Nov. 22-28. 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. CASTELLO, JENNA2709 RIDGE PARK DRIVE NE CLEVELAND, 37311Age at Arrest: 34 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeASSAULT (ON POLICE)RESISTING ARREST OR OBSTRUCTION OF LEGAL PROCESSDISORDERLY … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket for Nov. 30
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, Nov. 30. Municipal court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue. Cody Baugh - Theft under $1,000. April Burkhart - Possession Meth/Petition to Revoke. Fred Cagle - Possession Meth/Resale, Possession Schedule I, Evading Arrest, Revoked DL. Patrick Cody - Possession Meth/Resale, Possession Oxy/Resale, Possession Xanax/Resale, Evading Arrest, Suspended DL, No Insurance, Light Law. Demarcus Dillard - Aggravated … [Read More...]
Fire Damages Bacon Trail Apartment
A Thanksgiving day fire damaged an apartment on Bacon Trail, Thursday morning. According to East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams, firefighters were called to 604 Bacon Trail just before 9 a.m. on a reported apartment fire. When crews arrived, fire and smoke was coming from an interior wall in apartment No. 2. East Ridge police assisted with evacuating all occupants while firefighters extinguished the fire. Crews undertook extensive salvage and overhaul operations, Chief Williams said .No injuries … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for Nov. 25
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." Nov. 23 Day Shift 21-016931- 4338 Ringgold Road- Suspicious Activity- The caller advised she felt she was being followed by an unknown person driving a Chevy Impala. On scene the suspicious vehicle had already left the area. Warrant Service- Jackie Sewell was arrested at court on East Ridge warrants. ********************************************************************* Night Shift 21-016959- Traffic Stop – Arrest: Phillip … [Read More...]
TDOT Roadway Activity Report
HAMILTON COUNTY I-24 interchange improvement at SR-2 (US-11, US-41, US-72, Broad Street) and SR-58 (Market Street): During this reporting period the contractor will be working on new bridge construction, retaining wall construction, and the placement of new overhead signs. Brief, intermittent lane closures are possible on Market Street (SR-58) and Broad Street (SR-2) for utility and storm drainage work. Chestnut street is closed at the I-24 underpass and will remain closed until the construction … [Read More...]
Health Department to Begin Administering Booster Shots for Anyone Age 18-Plus
No Appointment Necessary As of Wednesday, the Hamilton County Health Department will begin administering COVID-19 booster shots for anyone age 18 years of age or older, due to expanded CDC guidance. Per that guidance, adults who received their second Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at least six months ago are eligible to receive a booster shot. Those who received a J&J/Jansen COVID-19 vaccine at least two months ago should get a booster shot, for a total of two shots. Please bring your … [Read More...]
Nov. 24 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from "pass along reports" provided by the administration of the East Ridge Police Department. Nov. 22 Day Shift 21-016884- 1000 Bass Pro Drive- Suspicious Package- The caller advised of a suspicious suitcase located at the side of the business. While en route the caller advised dispatch, the suitcase was picked up by a homeless person and removed from the property. The homeless person was not located. 21-016885- 1410 Mack Smith Road- Assault- Police were … [Read More...]
Health Department Offers COVID-19 Guidance for Thanksgiving Holiday
As we come upon the Thanksgiving Holiday, the Hamilton County Health Department is thankful for the many preventative measures available to our community that allow us to enjoy the holidays with loved ones. Looking back to this time last year, there was not a vaccine available or plentiful over-the-counter testing options. It has been a hard 20-plus months for all, we are looking ahead with hope that family and friends can gather safely by taking certain precautions, recommended by the CDC to … [Read More...]
Nov. 23 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." November 20 – Day Shift 1517 Tombras Avenue (narcotics arrest): Dameion Eugene Ervin was arrested for possession of Schedule II and VI at the East Ridge Library after library workers noticed an abundance of marijuana odor in the library. Once approached, Ervin admitted to having 1.24 ounces of marijuana and 1.9 gms of methamphetamine on his person. He was taken into custody and transported to the Hamilton County Jail. … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for Nov. 22
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports" furnished by the administration. November 18 – Day Shift 21-016675- 1417 Saint Thomas Street- Wellbeing Check/FI- The caller advised of a homeless male sleeping behind the dumpster at this location. On scene police spoke with the man. He was checked for warrants and sent on his way. 21-016677- 3709 Ringgold Road- Panhandlers- The caller advised a male with tattoos on his face was on the lot harassing customers. The subject was … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Nov. 15-21
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Nov. 15-21. An arrest does not mean that a person has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. BELTRAN, BENJAMIN213 MCBRIEN RD APT8 CHATTANOOGA, 37421Age at Arrest: 46 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeDRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE ESTES, BRADLEY263 TRACE LANE ROSSVILLE, 38066Age at Arrest: 25 years … [Read More...]
Anderson, Former City Attorney, Passes
John Anderson, former City Attorney for the City of East Ridge, passed away on Saturday morning. Anderson, 65, died after battling esophageal cancer. Anderson, who worked under the administrations of Mayors Mike Steele and Brent Lambert, was credited by both men as being instrumental in the city being included as one of three in the state to qualify for the Border Region Act. A native of the Nashville area, he was a Brock Scholar at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, and a graduate of … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket for Nov. 23
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, Nov. 23. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue. April Burkhart - Possession Meth/DDR. Laurel Conner - Simple Possession/Heroin, Criminal Impersonation, Public Intoxication. Travis Dial - Criminal Trespass, Vandalism. Tiffany Dover - Criminal Impersonation, Drug Paraphernalia, Possession Heroin. Stacy Doyle - Assault on Police, Retaliation Against Police, Resisting, Public Indecency, Disorderly … [Read More...]
Statom Campaign Raises $100K
After launching her re-election campaign nearly three months ago, the finance committee leading the fundraising efforts for Hamilton County General Sessions Court Judge Lila Statom announced today it has raised more than $100,000 in just 100 days from local supporters across Hamilton County.“The outpouring of support for Judge Statom has been incredible,” observed Garnett Decosimo, Finance Committee Chairman of Friends of Judge Lila Statom. "It’s clear that folks recognize the value of Lila’s … [Read More...]
Nov. 19 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." Nov. 17 Day Shift 21-016630- 205 Brookwood Drive- Suspicious Person- Police responded on a possible burglary in progress. On scene police spoke with a male resident who advised he was awakened by an unknown male ringing his doorbell and knocking on the door. The resident advised he heard the male party say "Help, they're coming after me." He advised the suspect opened the unlocked storm door but could not open the door to the … [Read More...]