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Law and Order July 28
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift July 24: A Squad 26-006981 – 3600 BLK Ringgold Rd - Assist Other Agency / Arrest - Officers responded to this … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests July 18-26
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from July 18-26. An arrest does not mean that a person has been … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket July 28
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, July 28. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Samuel Helton - Retaliation, Criminal … [Read More...]
Law and Order July 24
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift July 23: B Squad 26-006959- 6500 BLK Slater Road- Miscellaneous - The caller reported that hotel management became … [Read More...]
Law and Order July 23
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift July 22: A Squad 26-006921- 1000 Bass Pro Drive- MVC/ Pursuit - The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office pursued a … [Read More...]
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Red Wolves Blank Defending Champ One Knox
The Chattanooga Red Wolves defeated defending USL League One champions One Knox, 1-0, Saturday at CHI Memorial Stadium. Still deadlocked in the 74th minute, a strike from Omar Hernandez in the Red Wolves’ final corner kick of the night was sent thundering into Knoxville’s net by a Josh Ramos header. This was the 12th matchup between the teams, each side earning four wins and facing three draws. The Smoky Mountain Smackdown surged into motion for the second time this year, the first in regular … [Read More...]
Law and Order July 22
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift July 21: A Squad 26-006871- 5500 BLK Ringgold Road- Wellbeing Check - Patrol responded to the sidewalk regarding a male lying on the ground. Police found the party asleep. Upon waking up, he advised he was having thoughts of self-harm. The man was transported for a mental health evaluation without incident. 26-006880 – 5300 BLK Greenbriar Road - Warrant Service - East Ridge police executed an arrest warrant on … [Read More...]
CPD Arrests Second Suspect in Manor Road Killing
The Chattanooga Police Department arrested a second suspect in connection to a homicide at a Manor Road residence that occurred on July 16. Leah Duncan, 29, was charged with felony murder, especially aggravated robbery, and tampering with evidence. Duncan is in custody at the Hamilton County Jail and Detention Center. The information is preliminary and is subject to change as the investigation continues. Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call … [Read More...]
School Janitor Charged with Sexual Exploitation if a Minor
On Tuesday, detectives with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Unit arrested Zackary Nelson regarding the manufacture of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM). A search warrant was executed at Nelson’s residence, and numerous electronic devices were seized. He was taken into custody at Daisy Elementary School, where he worked as a janitor. Nelson was transported to the Hamilton County Jail & Detention Center and is being charged with the following Sexual … [Read More...]
Law and Order July 21
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift July 17: B Squad 26-006759 – 1300 BLK Saint Thomas Street - Aggravated Criminal Trespass/Arrest - Police responded to this residence after the property manager reported a party was inside the residence after he was previously evicted and trespassed. The man exited the residence without incident and was taken into custody. Due to his admittance of pouring bleach on the property after being read Miranda, he was … [Read More...]
Fire Destroys Barn in Catoosa County
Just before 11:00 a.m. on Monday, calls to Catoosa County E-911 reported a barn on Dennis Pierce Road was on fire. Catoosa County Fire Department firefighters from stations 4, 3, 1, and command staff were dispatched and arrived to find a large barn collapsed and fully involved with flames. A truck and tractor were also lost in the fire. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation. Thanks to Tri-Community Volunteer Fire Department for their mutual aid assistance … [Read More...]
Red Wolves Continue Winning Ways with 4-2 Road Win over Charlotte
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The Chattanooga Red Wolves have achieved a decisive domination over Charlotte Independence, with a 4-2 win, Saturday in USL League One action. The fight was on in uptown Charlotte as Chattanooga arrived for their long-awaited rematch with the Jacks. The Wolves took the charge early with several powerful presses, one of which allowed for a long cross by Aaron Lombardi that was barely deflected by an Independence man. The tone was set in the 13th with a goal from Charlotte’s … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests July 12-17
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from July 12-17. 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, July 12 None Monday, July 13 BLACK, JANIS LYNN4109 EAST RIDGE DR CHATTANOOGA, 37412Age at Arrest: 61 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: VIOLATION OF A PROTECTION … [Read More...]
CPD Arrests Suspect in Manor Road Homicide
The Chattanooga Police Department arrested a man in connection to a homicide at a Manor Road residence. On Thursday at 3:32 p.m., CPD officers responded to a call regarding a deceased man in the 3900 block of Manor Road. Upon arrival, police found the 53-year-old victim inside a residence with an injury to the back of his head. CPD's Homicide Unit responded to the scene to conduct the investigation and subsequently identified and arrested the suspect, 37-year-old Nathaniel Colvin. Colvin is … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket July 20
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Monday, July 20. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and this custody-only session will begin at 9:30 a.m. Tiffany Aaron - Possession Meth/Capias, Possession Fentanyl/Capias, Drug Paraphernalia/Capias, Revoked DL/Capias. Everett Broadnax - Theft/Shoplifting. Garland Eastman - Possession Controlled Substance/Petition to Revoke. Sara Howard - Identity Theft, Criminal Impersonation, Drug Paraphernalia, Possession … [Read More...]
Law and Order July 17
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift July 16: A Squad 26-006721-3200 BLK Gleason Drive- Back EMS / Assault - Police responded to this address after a female began fighting EMS personnel. Patrol gained control of the female, but she continued to fight in the back of the ambulance. The female was transported to the hospital. Warrants for Assault on First Responder were obtained. 26-006726 – 4000 BLK Bennett Road – Aggressive Animal - Police responded … [Read More...]
East Ridge & County Creating Joint Sports Authority
Hamilton County and the City of East Ridge are taking the next step toward developing a regional indoor youth sports facility by creating a joint Sports Authority. This project has the potential to transform youth sports and strengthen the local economy, building on East Ridge's longstanding reputation as a youth sports destination. The Hamilton County Commission this week considered a resolution to establish the nine-member authority, which will guide the planning process by evaluating … [Read More...]
Law and Order July 16
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift July 15: A Squad 26-006684 – 4300 BLK Ringgold Road - Suspicious Activity - Store management advised a man was found sleeping behind the store. Police spoke with the man who advised he was resting. He was made aware that the business wished him to vacate the area. He agreed, was checked for warrants and sent on his way. 26-006695 – 200 BLK Eads Street Apartment 214 - Domestic Disorder - A party called in after … [Read More...]
Red Wolves Shut Out AV Alta
The Red Wolves blanked Av Alta, 1-0, Wednesday night at CHI Memorial Stadium in USL League One Action. The shutout was the team's third in a row. The Wolves will travel to Charlotte to take on the Independence on Saturday, in a match to be televised by ESPN+. The Red Wolves and AV Alta are just about as opposite as two teams can get. Chattanooga prioritizes quick acting with brief possession, while Alta tends toward lengthy possession and a gradual buildup. The two powers clashed in their second … [Read More...]
FOP Endorses Dean in Criminal Court Clerk Race
The Fraternal Order of Police Rock City Lodge 22 has endorsed Vince Dean in the race for Criminal Court Clerk in the general election on August 6th. Dean was challenged in the May primary and handily defeated his opponent. He is now being challenged in the general election. A statement released by the Lodge stated, “The Fraternal Order of Police Rock City Lodge is proud to endorse Vince Dean for Criminal Court Clerk in the upcoming general election. Vince Dean served the City of Chattanooga … [Read More...]