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Law and Order June 8
Pursuit of Cyclist Ends in 4300 Block of Ringgold Road The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift June 4: A Squad 26-005183 – 1500 BLK Heather Street - … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests May 31-June 4
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from May 31-June 4. An arrest does not mean that a person has been … [Read More...]
Law and Order June 4
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift June 3: B Squad 26-005149 – 6900 BLK Martha Avenue - Disorder/Arrest - Officers responded to this address after the … [Read More...]
Law and Order June 3
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift June 2: B Squad 26-005108- 800 BLK South Germantown Road- Assault - Police responded to a civil dispute that turned … [Read More...]
Law and Order June 2
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift May 29: A Squad 26-004966 – 1500 BLK Fruitland Drive– Evading/Narcotics Arrest - Officers attempted to stop a party … [Read More...]
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Municipal Court Docket June 9
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, June 9. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Martin Cofer - Tampering, Evading. Cooper Stapleton - Evading, Revoked DL, Fraud Use of Debit Card. Nijal Fitzpatrick - Possession Cocaine/Resale/Capias, Possession Firearm during Felony/Capias. Possession Marijuana/Resale/Capias, Possession MDMA/Capias, Possession Oxy/Capias, Possession Drug Paraphernalia/Capias. David Fricks - … [Read More...]
Charlotte Bests Red Wolves in USL League One Play
The Chattanooga Red Wolves fell to the Charlotte Independence, 3-2, Saturday at CHI Memorial Stadium in USL League One play. Twenty-six seconds and the men from Charlotte made their presence known. It was clear this match would be nothing like the Richmond game. Following in the 12th was a second goal, earning Charlotte an early 2-0 lead over the Wolves. All they would have to do was hold that advantage. That’s not what happened, of course. Josh Ramos sent a meteor by Charlotte’s Matt Levy, … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests May 24-30
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from May 24-30. 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, May 24 None Monday, May 25 BOONE, JOE WILLIAM115 S HOWELL STREET HOMELESS CHATTANOOGA,Age at Arrest: 52 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: VANDALISMBURGLARY YOC BAMACA, … [Read More...]
CPD Arrests Suspect in South Germantown Road Homicide
The Chattanooga Police Department arrested a suspect in connection with the homicide of a 16-year-old and the non-fatal shooting of an 18-year-old that occurred on March 22, on South Germantown Road. CPD's Homicide Unit charged 21-year-old Victor Powell Jr. (DOB 04/15/2005) with Criminal Homicide, Attempted Murder, Tampering with Evidence, and Felony Reckless Endangerment. Powell is in custody at the Hamilton County Jail and Detention Center. This information is preliminary and is subject to … [Read More...]
Red Wolves Hosting Military & First Responder Appreciation Night
The Chattanooga Red Wolves SC return to CHI Memorial Stadium this Saturday, May 30, for a 7:00 p.m. kickoff and will honor local military members and first responders during the club’s Military & First-Responder Appreciation Night. As part of the evening’s festivities, all active-duty military, veterans, police officers, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and other first responders will receive free admission to the match with valid identification. The Red Wolves encourage the Chattanooga … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket for June 2
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, June 2. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Cameron Albertini - Felony Evading, Reckless Endangerment, Reckless Driving, No DL, Improper Display, Insurance, Speeding, Improper Lane Usage, Fail to Maintain Lane, Improper Turn. Joe Boone - Burglary, Vandalism. Pascual Lucas Tercero - Driving on Revoked for DUI. Kasey Murray - Possession Meth/PTR. Domineke Vick - No DL/Capias, … [Read More...]
HCSO Arrests Wanted Man for Aggravated Child Abuse, Other Charges
On Friday, HCSO Criminal Warrants Unit detectives initiated a traffic stop for a wanted fugitive near the 300 block of Highway 153. Alec Mills was arrested for the third time this year, and a search of his vehicle revealed several items related to drug usage, including: one gram of fentanyl, a metal pipe with narcotics residue, used needles, and tin foil strips with fentanyl residue. Mills faces multiple traffic violations and charges of Aggravated Child Abuse, Evading Arrest, Drugs for Resale, … [Read More...]
Splash Pad Opens for Summer Season
The City of East Ridge is pleased to announce the opening of the East Ridge Splash Pad for the 2026 summer season beginning Monday, June 1. Located behind the Pioneer Frontier Playground and East Ridge Community Center at 1515 Tombras Avenue, the Splash Pad provides a free, family-friendly recreational amenity for residents and visitors looking to cool off and enjoy the summer months. The Splash Pad will operate seven days per week from 11:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. beginning June 1. Starting … [Read More...]
Law and Order May 29
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift May 28: B Squad 26-004909 - 1517 Tombras Ave- Suspicious Person - Police responded to city hall regarding a man sleeping in his vehicle with the door open. Officers found him asleep on a makeshift bed in his vehicle. He said his vehicle had broken down the night prior and was waiting for a friend to help him out. The party was checked for warrants and had a non-extraditable through Indiana. He agreed to move his … [Read More...]
Law and Order May 28
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift May 27: B Squad 26-004876-3600 BLK Ringgold Road- Property - Police were advised by management that someone had thrown away feeding tubes in their dumpster. Police spoke with management and advised they could take the discarded medical waste to the hospital to properly dispose of it if they wished. Night Shift May 26: D Squad 26-004899 – 600 BLK Camp Jordan Parkway – Theft - Police responded to the above address … [Read More...]
Red Wolves Shutout Richmond in USL League One Soccer
The Chattanooga Red Wolves blanked the Richmond Kickers, 5-0, Wednesday in USL League One action at CHI Memorial Stadium. The win moves the Red Wolves to 3-3-1 on the year and are currently 10th in the league standings. Rain or shine, it’s game time. There were puddles on the pitch and pressure in the air, but there were also over 1,200 fans in the stands, and that was all the spirit the Wolves needed. Just four minutes in, Ropapa Mensah whipped a wonder by the Kicker’s goalie, screaming … [Read More...]
Wamp’s Proposed FY 2027 Budget Exceeds $1 Billion
Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp, Wednesday, presented the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget to the Hamilton County Commission, focused on public safety, infrastructure, workforce development, and responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars—all without raising taxes despite inflationary pressures and rising healthcare costs. “This budget includes investments in public safety, roads, and county employees while continuing to protect families from higher taxes,” said Mayor Wamp. “Hamilton County is … [Read More...]
Suspect in Hwy 58 Shooting Arrested
The Chattanooga Police Department arrested a suspect in connection with the homicide of a 27-year-old that occurred on May 3 in the 4600 block of Highway 58. CPD's Homicide Unit charged 19-year-old Nicalos Moore (DOB 09/18/2006) with First Degree Murder and two counts of Tampering with Evidence. Moore is in custody at the Hamilton County Jail and Detention Center. This information is preliminary and is subject to change as the investigation continues. Chattanooga Police ask anyone with … [Read More...]
Law and Order May 27
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift May 26: A Squad 26-004847- 6900 BLK Tiffany Lane– Miscellaneous - Police spoke with a party at the police department concerning possible mail theft. She explained she had not been getting mail other than her bills since 2024. She advised she had brought this to the attention of the U.S. Postal Service but has yet to hear back. A report was completed to document her experience. 26-004827 – 1500 BLK Keeble Street … [Read More...]
Law and Order May 26
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift May 22: B Squad 26-004709- 3900 block Wiley Avenue- Theft from Vehicle - The caller reported unknown suspect smashed the rear passenger-side window of his vehicle with a rock and stole his wallet containing cash, credit cards, driver’s license, and Social Security card. Cameras at the residence did not capture the incident. No suspect information currently. 26-004719 - 6000 block Welworth Avenue - Domestic … [Read More...]