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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ERPD Arrests Jan. 29-Feb. 1
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Jan. 29-Feb. 1. An arrest does not mean that a person has been … [Read More...]
Fugitive on Lamb for Months Arrested
On Friday evening the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office was notified that a fugitive who had evaded law enforcement for approximately ten months, Jeremichael Nicholson, was at Erlanger Hospital … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket Feb. 3
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, Feb. 3. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Toney Allen - Criminal Homicide. Kevin … [Read More...]
Law and Order Jan. 30
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 29 : A Squad 26-000917 – 1200 BLK John Ross - Cruelty to Animal - Officers were requested by the East Ridge … [Read More...]
Law and Order Jan. 29
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 28 : A Squad 26-000868 – 6600 BLK Hilton Drive - Disorder - A woman called police after her boyfriend drove … [Read More...]
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Democracy in Action Stages Protest on Ringgold Road
Dozens of protesters waved protest signs Wednesday afternoon at the intersection of Ringgold Road and South Moore Road. The protest organized in part by a group called Democracy in Action, was an effort to call attention to the the Federal government's actions by ICE agents in Minnesota and elsewhere. Officials with East Ridge Police said the department was aware of the protest in advance and didn't expect any issues. Officials said the group had previously protested in the area of South Terrace … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Jan. 25-28
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Jan. 25-28. 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. Sunday, Jan. 25 ATKINS, MARQUISE JEMONT3725 DALTON AVE EAST RIDGE, 37412Age at Arrest: 29 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: DOMESTIC ASSAULTINTERFERENCE WITH EMERGENCY … [Read More...]
Health Department Employee Accused of Stealing Money from Safe
On Tuesday, Hamilton County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to the Hamilton County Health Department building, located on East 3rd Street, after employees discovered approximately $1,100 in cash was missing. After reviewing surveillance video, a current Hamilton County Health Department employee, Anthony Meeks, was identified entering the building after hours, accessing the employee safe, and leaving with an envelope. Meeks was taken into custody by Criminal Warrants Fugitive Detectives … [Read More...]
Law and Order Jan. 28
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 27 : B Squad 26-000830- 5300 BLK Ringgold Road-Shots Fired - Police checked the area on a report of shots fired in the subdivision located behind the business; no signs of trouble were located. 26-000837- 6500 BLK Ringgold Road- Theft - Police spoke with parties regarding items that they reported stolen while at a hotel. The theft took place on January 15, 2026. Some items were recovered by the Catoosa … [Read More...]
Law and Order Jan. 27
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 23 : A Squad 26-000726- 800 Germantown Road- Traffic Stop/Arrest - While traveling down Germantown Road, officers observed a black Chevy Camaro failing to stop for a school bus with its red stop lights activated. Officers stopped the car and contacted the driver who was found to have a revoked license due to DUI. The man was arrested and booked into Hamilton County Jail without incident for Driving on … [Read More...]
VIDEO: City Council Meeting Jan. 22
Catoosa County Service Curtailed Due to Weather
Due to inclement weather, many Catoosa County services will be closed or curtailed, officials said Sunday. The Catoosa County Tax Commissioner Offices in Ringgold and Fort Oglethorpe will be closed Monday, January 26, due to the possibility of inclement weather. To recap, Catoosa County Tax Commissioner Offices, Catoosa County Senior Center, Catoosa County Health Department, and Catoosa County Courts will be closed Monday, January 26. The Catoosa County transfer station will be closed Monday, … [Read More...]
City Services Curtailed Due to Weather
No Sanitation Service on Monday Due to hazardous weather conditions and in the interest of public safety, the City of East Ridge offices and Library will be closed on Monday, January 26. Local and state emergency agencies continue to report dangerous travel conditions, including low visibility from fog, low-hanging tree limbs, freezing drizzle, and the potential for black ice as temperatures rapidly decline throughout the area overnight. Residents are strongly encouraged to remain weather-aware … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Jan. 19-24
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Jan. 19-24. 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. Monday, Jan. 19 One arrest no charges given Tuesday, Jan. 20 ALLEN, TONEY TYRONE4403 OAKWOOD CHATTANOOGA, 37363Age at Arrest: 37 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: CRIMINAL … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket Jan. 27
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, Jan. 27. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Toney Allen - Criminal Homicide. Latashia Beard - Theft/Shoplifting. Joshua Dunn - Theft (2). Bricara King - Public Intoxication. Timothy Ricks - Arson, Theft of Property, Vandalism. Cyntoria Simmons - Criminal Homicide. Kaiden Smith - Criminal Tresapass/Capias (2). Marcus Willingham - Possession Meth, Suspended DL. Tyrell Wilson - … [Read More...]
Law and Order Jan. 23
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 22 : B Squad 26-000703- 6500 BLK Ringgold Rd- Disorder/Arrest - Hotel staff reported of two females in an argument in the front lobby which carried over into the lot of a nearby gas station. One party was arrested for Domestic Assault, and the other was arrested for Violation of a Protection Order and Criminal Impersonation. A copy of the no contact order against was submitted to NCIC. One of the … [Read More...]
VIDEO: Interview of City Manager Finalists
Warden to Direct Red Wolves Academy
The Chattanooga Red Wolves Academy announce the appointment of Greg Warden as the 11v11 Elite Boys Program Director while also serving as Head Coach of Chattanooga Red Wolves II and an Assistant Coach with the club’s USL League One professional team. Warden brings extensive experience in elite youth development, including deep knowledge of the ECNL landscape, the Southeast region, and established relationships that position him to make an immediate impact within the Academy. Academy Sporting … [Read More...]
Law and Order Jan. 22
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 21 : B Squad 26-000684-3600 BLK Fountain Avenue- Well Being Check - The caller contacted the Veterans Crisis Line requesting resources for assistance with alcohol abuse. At the time of contact, the party did not appear to be intoxicated or experiencing withdrawal symptoms but was provided with appropriate resources to assist in working toward sobriety. 26-000686- 1000 BLK Spring Creek Road- Traffic Stop … [Read More...]
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 driving in the area of homicide suspect Cyntoria Simmons' house. The same vehicle had been observed in her driveway earlier in the morning and was found to be registered to her mother. A traffic stop was then conducted, and Simmons was interviewed by CID before being taken into custody on an outstanding … [Read More...]