East Ridge News Online

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift September 25: B Squad 26-009259- 900 BLK Spring Creek- Arrest - A man was located after causing a disorder at the … [Read More...]

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift September 24: A Squad 26-009236- 5300 BLK Clemons Road- Disorder - Two women were engaged in a verbal argument … [Read More...]

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift September 23: A Squad 26-009188- 4800 BLK Fike Drive - Criminal Trespass - A woman flagged down police in front of the home stated a man had been living in her garage for four weeks, but she didn’t know who he was. Patrol spoke with the homeowner via telephone. He stated he bought the property at auction and wished to have the woman trespassed due to her consistently showing up on the property talking about her … [Read More...]

The Chattanooga Police Department  is investigating a shooting in the 200 block of Timber Knoll Drive. Shortly after 3 a.m. Wednesday, officers responded to the area after receiving reports of a person shot. Upon arrival officers located a 35-year-old man with a suspected non-life threatening gunshot wound. Hamilton County EMS transported the victim to the hospital, and CPD's Homicide and Crime Scene Units responded to investigate and process the scene. Preliminary findings indicate the suspect … [Read More...]

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift September 21: B Squad 26-009135- 3100 BLK Ringgold Road- Arrest - A man was arrested on outstanding East Ridge Capias of a Probationer warrant with an original charge of theft of property. He was transported to Hamilton County Jail. 26-009143-4100 BLK Belvoir Drive- Theft - A resident reported being scammed by an individual claiming to work for the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office. The victim sent the suspect … [Read More...]

The Chattanooga Police Department is investigating a crash that resulted in a pedestrian's death Monday afternoon. At approximately 11 a.m., CPD's Traffic Unit responded to a crash involving a pedestrian in the 7500 block of Shallowford Road. Preliminary findings indicate the pedestrian, a 65-year-old woman, was attempting to cross the road and stepped in front of a vehicle. The driver attempted to swerve, but still hit the pedestrian. Hamilton County EMS responded and transported the woman to … [Read More...]

Shortly before 7 pm Saturday, Chattanooga Police Officers responded to reports of an armed person in the 1400 block of E 17th Street.  Officers arrived and made contact with the 53-year-old man holding a gun. Officers ordered the man to drop the firearm numerous times. The subject pointed his firearm at officers, who then opened fire. Officers immediately began rendering aid until Hamilton County EMS arrived and transported the subject to the hospital, where he was listed in critical … [Read More...]

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift September 20: A Squad 26-009112 – 1000 BLK Greens Lake Road - Theft by Fraud - Police spoke with a woman who said a company unknown to her, Kraken Exchanges, deducted money from her bank account on three separate occasions. The woman advised her bank had opened a fraud investigation into the matter. 26-009114 – 1000 BLK South Seminole Drive - Well Being Check / Back EMS - While on a traffic stop, and officer was … [Read More...]

On the late evening of September 18, 2026, HCSO deputies were notified of a social media video showing a male juvenile abusing a dog.  The investigation led to deputies apprehending the suspect, and he was transported to the Juvenile Detention Center and faces a charge of Cruelty to Animals. Animal services responded to the residence, and an adult family member kept the dog. A animal services will follow up on the dog’s condition. “We want to thank the public for bringing this disgusting video … [Read More...]

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift September 18: A Squad 26-009040 - 100 BLK Interstate 75 Northbound - Suspicious Person / AOA - Police were notified a female was at the Welcome Center asking for a ride to Nashville. She left prior to police arrival but was located walking on the ramp to Interstate 75 Northbound. The female was given a courtesy ride to Brainerd Road. While in transport, dispatch advised the woman had an active warrant out of … [Read More...]

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift September 17: B Squad 26-008993-1400 BLK North Smith Street-Theft from a Vehicle - The victim reported to police that sometime between the hours of 2100 on 9-16-26 to 0500 hours on 9-17-26, all his tools along with a handgun were stolen from his vehicle while it was parked at the hotel. No suspect information is available. The owner will call back in when he obtains the serial number for the firearm, report on … [Read More...]

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift September 16: B Squad 26-008955- 4300 BLK Spriggs Street- Domestic Assault/ Arrest - Police responded to this residence for a domestic disorder. The female suspect was taken into custody for Domestic Assault after the male victim was found with visible injuries to his face and neck consistent with his account of the altercation. 26-008960- 3600 BLK Ringgold Road- Trespass - Police were called to this location … [Read More...]