A man and a woman were arrested and charged in the killing of a customer inside the Waffle House on Sunday evening. According to an East Ridge Police Department press release, Toney Tyrone Allen, 37, … [Read More...]
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Law and Order Jan. 21
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 20 : A Squad 26-000646 - 4214 Ringgold Road - Traffic Stop/Arrest - An officer spotted a black Toyota … [Read More...]
Law and Order Jan. 20
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 16: B Squad 26-000530 – 1500 BLK McBrien Road - Miscellaneous Complaint - The neighbor reported the … [Read More...]
Tennessee American Water Urges Customers to Prepare for Cold Weather
Tips to Protect Pipes Before Freezing Temperatures With freezing temperatures in the forecast, Tennessee American Water reminds customers to prepare their home and pipes, providing handy tips to help … [Read More...]
ERPD Investigating Homicide at Waffle House
The East Ridge Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting at the Waffle House on Sunday evening. According to a press release, officers responded to a reported shooting at the Waffle House … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Jan. 15-18
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Jan. 15-18. An arrest does not mean that a person has been … [Read More...]
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Arrest Made in Connection with Ooltewah Auto Burglaries
On the morning of January 16, Hamilton County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a string of auto burglaries near the 8300 block of Front Gate Circle in Ooltewah. A total of four vehicles were entered, and items were stolen including a wallet, credit/debit cards, sports equipment, a backpack, cash, and a laptop. Upon further investigation, deputies were able to identify and locate the suspect’s vehicle at a residence. Further observation confirmed the suspect’s involvement in the … [Read More...]
City Offices Closing for MLK Day
The City of East Ridge offices and Library will be closed Monday, January 19 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. All properties scheduled for Monday garbage pick-up will be collected on Tuesday, January 20. 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, upcoming closures, or schedule adjustments please visit our website at www.eastridgetn.gov . … [Read More...]
CPD Investigating Sheridan Ave. Shooting
The Chattanooga Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on January 16 at approximately 9:30 pm on the 1000 block of Sheridan Ave. When officers arrived, they were able to locate a 19 year old male suffering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. Hamilton County EMS transported the victim to a local hospital. CPD’s Homicide Unit responded to lead the investigation and the Crime Scene Unit processed the scene for evidence. All active leads are being followed up on. This … [Read More...]
Dunlap Man Indicted, Charged with Attempted First Degree Murder
An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment of a Dunlap man in connection to an officer-involved shooting that occurred in December. On December 28th, at the request of 11th Judicial District Attorney General Coty Wamp, TBI special agents began investigating the circumstances leading to an officer-involved shooting in Chattanooga. The incident occurred as officers with the Chattanooga Police Department were responding to a business … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket Jan. 19
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, Jan. 19. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Brenda Arbajian - Possession Controlled Substance/PTR. Latashia Beard - Theft/Shoplifting. John Bomar - Misuse of 911. Tiffany Buckner - Aggravated Domestic, Vandalism, Resisting, Possession Marijuana. Rachel Kranske - Public Intoxication/Capias, Drug Paraphernalia/Capias. Dustin McDowell - Burglary, Vandalism, Criminal Trespass, … [Read More...]
Law and Order Jan. 16
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 15 : A Squad 26-000482- 3600 BLK Ringgold Road- Warrant Service - While conducting a business check, an observant officer located a car belonging to a wanted person (Case #26-000449). Police contacted the occupant who had a warrant for Fraudulent Use of a Credit Card. Additionally she was found to be in possession of the stolen wallet from the incident. The suspect was taken into custody without incident … [Read More...]
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 location in reference to the fraudulent use of her Cash App Card. She advised her wallet had been stolen yesterday and one of her stolen cards was used for fuel. Officers were able to identify the suspect and a warrant for Fraudulent Use of a Credit Card was obtained. 26-000446 – 4200 BLK Dupont Street … [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 convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Sunday, Jan. 11 BRANDON, AVERY JAYE1300 W END AVE EAST RIDGE, 37379Age at Arrest: 21 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: RESISTING ARRESTDISORDERLY CONDUCTDOMESTIC ASSAULT EVANS, … [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 unresponsive man. Officers determined it was a homicide and notified CPD Crime Scene and Homicide Units, who responded to process and investigate the scene. Investigators obtained evidence identifying the suspect as Rachel Perry (DOB 4/8/1983). She was taken into custody Tuesday evening and booked … [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, Tyrell Wilson, 25, of a Bennett Road address, was booked into the facility on Jan. 13 on charges of Aggravated Rape, Aggravated Sexual Battery, Aggravated Kidnapping, and Custodial Interference. He is being held in jail under a $50,000 bond, and is set to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Jan. … [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 medication was stolen from her purse by her rideshare customer during stop at this location on 01/09. She alleged the customer may have entered her purse she left unattended in the floorboard of her vehicle while she was inside of the store. Upon reviewing CCTV surveillance of the time in question, police … [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 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...]