State of Tennessee officials, State Senator Bo Watson, and Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp today announced plans to create a signature state park at McDonald Farm. Governor Bill Lee’s proposed state … [Read More...]
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Law and Order Feb. 11
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift February 10 : B Squad 26-001249- 6700 BLK Ringgold Rd- Back Fire - Police responded to this area to assist East … [Read More...]
CPD Does Not Make Arrests Based on Immigration Status
The Chattanooga Police Department is aware of recent reporting and public discussion regarding arrests and immigration status in Hamilton County. We want to clarify and correct CPD arrest practices … [Read More...]
Law and Order Feb. 10
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift February 9 : B Squad 26-001227-3600 BLK Ringgold Road- Mental Health - The caller reported a female was attempting … [Read More...]
Criminal Court Clerk’s Office Giving Options For Submitting Course Completions
The Hamilton County Criminal Court Clerk’s Office is proud to announce a new way for defendants to submit course completions to the Session’s Division of the Clerk’s office. Previously if a Judge … [Read More...]
HCSO Involved in Pursuit on Lee Highway; Driver Arrested
On Sunday evening at approximately 8 p.m., Hamilton County Sheriff's Office deputies were notified of a BOLO for a silver SUV reported to be driving recklessly on Lee Highway coming from Bradley … [Read More...]
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Law and Order Feb. 9
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift February 6 : A Squad 26-001148 - 941 Spring Creek Road - Disorder/Arrest - Police responded to a disorderly and aggressive patient in the emergency room. The subject refused repeated requests to return to her room, became increasingly agitated, threatened police, and struck an officer in the head. She was taken into custody for disorderly conduct and assault on police and transported to Hamilton County Jail for … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Feb. 2-7
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Feb. 2-7. 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, Feb. 2 SANDERS, ELIJAH KESEAN1260 N CONCORD RD CHATTANOOGA, 37421Age at Arrest: 26 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: OBSERVATION WITHOUT CONSENT Tuesday, Feb. 3 DUCKETT, … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket Feb. 11
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, Feb. 11. Municipal Court is held at City Hall and begins at 3 p.m. Lonnie Boyd - Possession Fentanyl/with Intent, Possession Marijuana/with Intent. Chance Bridges - DUI, Vandalism. Donna Brown - Possession Controlled Substance/PTR. Shammarie Elliott - Theft/For Capias. Virgil Gray - Drug Paraphernalia/Capias. Grayson Dupree - Revoked DL/Capias, Insurance, Improper Turn. Michael Glass - Theft over $10,000, … [Read More...]
Arrest Made in Thursday Homicide in Ooltewah
On Thursday afternoon, Hamilton County Sheriff's Office Deputies were dispatched to a residence at the 7500 block of Snow Cone Way on a report of CPR in progress. Upon arrival, first responders located a female victim and attempted life-saving measures; it was determined she was deceased. The name of the victim is being withheld pending notification of family. Due to the condition of the victim and the residence, HCSO Criminal Investigative Services Detectives responded. Preliminary findings … [Read More...]
Law and Order Feb. 6
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift February 5 : B Squad 26-001126- 3500 BLK Ringgold Road- Traffic Stop/ Arrest - Following a traffic stop yielding 1.4 ounces of methamphetamine and 8.2 grams of fentanyl, a man was charged with Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute, Possession of Fentanyl with Intent to Distribute, and Criminal Impersonation. His female companion was also charged with Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to … [Read More...]
Law and Order Feb. 5
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift February 4 : B Squad 26-001091 – 100 BLK Cecil Lane– Domestic Disorder - Police responded to the above address for a domestic disorder. On scene police spoke with the parties. A female was determined to be the primary aggressor and taken into custody for domestic assault. 26-001094- 1300 BLK Saint Thomas Street- Theft - Police spoke with the caller about what he classified as an antique John Deere Tractor that … [Read More...]
1921 Venue Grand Opening Set for Saturday
The City of East Ridge will celebrate the grand opening of Venue 1921, a new city-owned event and gathering space, on Saturday, February 7. The ribbon cutting will include remarks from city leadership, followed by an open house with music, refreshments, and tours of the venue. The ceremony will begin at 1:30 p.m. 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...]
Law and Order Feb. 4
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift February 3 : A Squad 26-001047 – 5300 BLK Connell Street – Disorder/Arrest - Officers responded to this location after the caller reported that her neighbor was on her porch with a gun in his mouth. It was determined that her neighbor was upset about contact with Officers earlier in the morning and came to her residence. The neighbor made a threatening hand gesture to her and began to yell at her through her … [Read More...]
Law and Order Feb. 3
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 30 : B Squad 26-000931 – San Hsi / Oakdale Avenue – Traffic Stop/ Warrant Service - Following a traffic stop, police took a man into custody on East Ridge warrants for possession of fentanyl, tampering with evidence, simple possession, and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was transported to Hamilton County Jail. 26-000935-4100 BLK Ringgold Road-Disorder/Arrests - Following a verbal disorder at the … [Read More...]
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 convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Thursday, Jan. 29 LOMNICK, JAMELIA INAY1209 NORTH CHAMBERLAIN AVENUE CHATTANOOGA, 37406Age at Arrest: 33 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: DRIVING ON REVOKED SMITH, JAMES … [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 visiting another patient. Nicholson was previously arrested, and a bonding company paid more than $100,000 for his release. While out on bond, Nicholson received additional charges. Deputies confirmed Nicholson had multiple active warrants through both the Hamilton County Criminal Court and the Hamilton … [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 Cook - Felony Evading, Reckless Driving, Revoked DL, Registration. Reanna Hymes - Violation Order of Protection, Criminal Impersonation. Dustin McDowell - Burglary, Vandalism, Criminal Trespass. Darryl Putman - Attempt Aggravated Burglary, Harassment. Timothy Ricks - Arson, Theft of Property, … [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 Animal Services in reference to animal abuse. Police and Animal Services spoke with the suspect who was keeping three cats in separate cages with feces and damp towels soaked in cat urine. She refused letting the cats out of the cages and having animal services put boxes of cat litter for them to … [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 his Camaro through the neighbor’s yard before entering her residence and refusing to leave. She was uncooperative in letting police inside her home. A note was left on the neighbor’s door regarding the property damage, and officers left the scene. 26-000865- 3400 BLK Betty Lane- Child locked in … [Read More...]
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...]