Following a nationwide recruitment process, the City of East Ridge has selected Brian Koral as its next City Manager. The East Ridge City Council unanimously approved his appointment at the regularly … [Read More...]
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Law and Order March 26
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Night Shift March 25: C Squad 26-002699 – 1400 BLK Ringgold Road– Search Warrant / Arrest - Utilizing information from … [Read More...]
Law and Order March 25
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 24: B Squad 26-002640 – 200 BLK Eads Street- Theft - The caller reported the theft of a couch she had … [Read More...]
Law and Order March 24
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 20: A Squad 26-002501 - John Ross/Ringgold Rd. - Unconscious Person - Police were dispatched to the … [Read More...]
The Lineup Music Series to Energize Northwest Georgia Amphitheater
Family Friendly Friday Nights from May through June RiINGGOLD _ Friday nights come alive with the return of "The Lineup" live music series that brings free, family friendly entertainment to the … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests March 19-22
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from March 19-22. An arrest does not mean that a person has been … [Read More...]
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Municipal Court Docket March 24
The following individuals are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, March 24. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Amy Barbee - Assault (4), Disorderly (2), Assault on Police. Kristopher Hardeman - Sexual Battery, Vandalism. Michael Jones - Revoked DL for DUI. Hannah Karkulenko - Drug Paraphernalia. Jerry Morris - Possession Controlled Substance/PTR. Sheila Shelton aka/McDowell - Theft of Property (2), Criminal Trespass. Jennifer Swanson - … [Read More...]
Chattanooga Police Investigating Homicide on South Germantown Road
The Chattanooga Police Department is investigating a shooting that left one person dead and another injured early Sunday morning. At 2:06 a.m., CPD officers responded to a reported shooting in the 0 block of South Germantown Road. Upon arrival they found two victims with gunshot wounds. Both were transported to a local hospital by Hamilton County EMS. One victim (16-year-old male) was pronounced dead, the other victim (18-year-old male) sustained non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. Homicide and … [Read More...]
VIDEO: City Council Meeting March 12
ERPD Arrests March 16-18
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from March 16-18. 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, March 16 KARKULENKO, HANNAH FRANCES ROMA9978 MOONLIGHT TRL SODDY DAISY, 37379Age at Arrest: 29 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: FAILURE TO APPEARPOSSESSION OF DRUG … [Read More...]
Law and Order March 18
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 17: A Squad 26-002415 – 1000 BLK South Seminole Drive - Suspicious vehicle/Arrest - Officers got out with a white Nissan at the above location after the owners of the property approached officers stating that the driver appeared passed out behind the wheel. After the driver was woken up and removed from the vehicle, Probable Cause was found to search the vehicle after a positive K9 alert. The vehicle … [Read More...]
Law and Order March 17
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 16: A Squad 26-002387 – 1400 BLK Altamaha Street - Property - Police spoke with the owner of the auto repair shop who stated three unknown males were caught on CCTV vandalizing two of their vehicles' tires. The owner stated the subjects damaged approximately $400 dollars’ worth of tires and suspects the subjects live in the area. At this time, no suspects have been identified. Night Shift March 16 : C … [Read More...]
Law and Order March 16
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 13: B Squad 26-001063- 601 Justice Way- Warrant - A woman was served on outstanding East Ridge warrants for theft of property (x2) and Criminal trespass while in custody at Hamilton County Jail. 26-002303- 4200 BLK Ringgold Road- Domestic Assault - Police were waved down by a good samaritan regarding a female who stated her boyfriend had hit her and possibly broken her nose. Officers spoke with the female … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests March 12-15
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from March 12-15. 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, March 12 SHIELDS, JULIA A408 S GERMANTOWN CHATTANOOGA, 37411Age at Arrest: 56 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: FALSE REPORTS TERRELL, EDWARD EVANS741 MOROSGO DR NE APT … [Read More...]
Red Wolves Win Season Opener on the Road
GREENVILLE, S.C. – The Chattanooga Red Wolves emerge victorious from their first game of the season against Greenville Triumph with a final score of 2-1. Pedro Hernandez took the first shot on target in the 3rd minute, sending the ball over the posts and scoreboard with an aggressive strike. Greenville mirrored the attempt two minutes after, but was blocked by a surefooted Jason Smith. At the very end of the 9th minute, Greenville’s Devin Boyce scored his club’s first goal of the season, sending … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket March 17
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, March 17. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Zechariah Crawford - Possession Fentanyl, Possession Meth, Simple Possession Marijuana, Drug Paraphernalia. David Fricks - Simple Possession Marijuana/Capias, Possession without Prescription/Capias. Jose Gallegos - Aggravated Domestic, Vandalism, Disorderly, Public Intoxication. Nathan Moore - Public Intoxication. Rachel Wilson - … [Read More...]
Law and Order March 13
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 12: A Squad 26-002274 - 4214 Ringgold Road - Warrant Service - A woman turned herself into the East Ridge Police Department and was transported to the Hamilton County Jail for the warrant service. 26-002275 - Welcome Center – Disorder - ERPD responded to the welcome center on reports of an elderly couple arguing. No foul play was discovered, and the parties went their separate ways. Night Shift March 12 : … [Read More...]
Law and Order March 12
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 11: A Squad 26-002220 – 3500 BLK Ringgold Road - MVC / DUI - Police were called after a white Chevy Tahoe struck a parked vehicle causing significant damage to two other parked vehicles and then drove away. Police located the suspect vehicle just west of the Bachman Tunnels. The driver showed signs of intoxication, SFST's were completed, and the driver was arrested for suspicion of DUI. A blood draw was … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests March 8-11
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from March 8-11. 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, March 8 BROWN, GARRY LEE2419 EAST 14TH ST CHATTANOOGA, 37404Age at Arrest: 37 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: AGGRAVATED ASSAULT THURMAN, PEYTON HOUSTON6624 HILTON DR … [Read More...]
Law and Order March 11
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 10: B Squad 26-002199 – 6500 BLK Holiday Drive – Disorder With A Weapon - ERPD was dispatched to the above address for a male threatening someone with a knife. The RP stated the suspect started driving away in a white VW sedan. ERPD located the sedan a few houses down and conducted a traffic stop. The driver was detained, and a Glock 23 was removed from his waistband. After he was read his Miranda Warning, … [Read More...]
Fire Destroys Home Under Construction
RINGGOLD, GA - A family planning to move into their newly built home saw their dream go up in smoke after fire destroyed the large three-story house Tuesday morning on The Pointe Drive in Catoosa County. Catoosa County E-911 received calls for help at 7:09 a.m. and dispatched Catoosa County Fire Department crews from stations 3,7,9, and 10. Upon arrival firefighters reported heavy fire and smoke conditions from the large structure. Additional help from volunteer firefighters, command staff, the … [Read More...]