The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 12 25-002567 – 1500 BLK Prigmore Road – Pedestrian Struck – A man was walking westbound through the parking lot adjacent to Prigmore and Ringgold Road. When he was struck by a Kia Soul. Upon police arrival the party was alert […]
ERPD Arrests March 9-12
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from March 9-12. 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 9 VAUGHN, […]
Law and Order March 12
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 11 25-002524 – 5700 BLK Roper St- Vehicle Theft – Police responded to this location and met with the reporting party regarding his stolen work van. He stated that he parked the vehicle at the listed address yesterday at 1600 hours. […]
Firefighters Battle Multiple Brush Fires in Walker County
ROSSVILLE _ Walker County Fire Rescue crews continue to work multiple brush fires that were sparked along a four-mile stretch from Rossville to near Chickamauga. According to a press release from Walker County, the fires appear to have been started by sparks from a train that ignited combustible material near the tracks. Firefighters staging on […]
Law and Order March 11
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 7 25-002406 – 6600 BLK Ringgold Road – Shots Fired – Police were called to the inn on a report of shots fired. Upon arrival police spoke with a guest who was in her vehicle when she heard 4-5 shots ring […]
County Announces Grand Opening of ‘Dog Paddle Park’ at Chester Frost
Hamilton County Parks and Recreation is thrilled to announce the grand opening of ‘Dog Paddle Park’ at Chester Frost Park on March 18. This new off-leash dog park will provide a dedicated space for dogs and their owners to enjoy a safe, fun, and social environment in one of the county’s most beloved parks. The […]
Thomas Arrested for Attempted Murder
On Saturday deputies were dispatched to 6409 Flag Point Drive for reports of a disorder with a weapon. Upon arrival, deputies spoke with the resident and his girlfriend. The resident stated that while they were sitting on their couch, the doorbell rang and found his father, Richard Lee Thomas, at the door appearing to […]
Catholic Breezes Past Grace in Middle School Baseball
Catholic never trailed as it breezed past Grace Academy, 9-1, Friday in middle school baseball action. Catholic put up four runs in the first two innings and never looked back. In the first, Caleb Grass was hit by a pitch and Nick Pendergrass’s ground out scored two runs. In the second inning, Myles Pruitt singled […]
Morgan Arrested after Grand Jury Indictment
On Sunday morning at 9:15, deputies stopped Adam Morgan in the 900 block of Kennington Hills Drive where he was arrested without incident. Deputies and detectives have been attempting to apprehend him since a Hamilton County Grand Jury issued a 21-count indictment on the following charges: 10 counts of Solicitation of a Minor to […]
ERPD Arrests March 4-8
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from March 4-8. 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. Tuesday, March 4 BULLEN,RICHARD […]
Municipal Court Docket for March 11
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, March 11. Municipal Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue. Jordan Baker – Felony Evading, Possession Stolen Property, Reckless Endangerment, Possession Firearm/Underage, DUI, Criminal Conspiracy, Reckless Driving, No DL, Fail to Maintain Lane, Light Law. Melvin Bonds – Theft […]
Hamilton County Fugitive Arrested after Vehicle Pursuit
On Friday, at approximately 2:00 pm, deputies attempted a traffic stop on a black Ford Fusion traveling south on Hixson Pike. When the driver refused to stop, a short vehicle pursuit ensued that would eventually conclude near the 8900 block of Peach Street where the driver fled the vehicle on foot. Deputies pursued the […]
CPD Makes Arrest in February Shooting
The Chattanooga Police Department arrested 35-year-old Shamieka Hart after a person was shot in the 3900 block of Manor Road. Hart is charged with Aggravated Assault, Felony Reckless Endangerment, and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. On February 28, at 8:44 p.m., Chattanooga Police responded to a person shot call in the 3900 block […]
Law and Order March 7
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 6 25-002371 – 6500 BLK Ringgold Road – Harassment – An officer with TN Department of Corrections contacted ERPD after one of his probationers said she would stab another probationer given the opportunity. The officer advised he is seeking a warrant […]
Catoosa County Seeks Public Input to Plan Community’s Future
RINGGOLD – People who live, work, and own businesses in Catoosa County are encouraged to help plan the community’s future by sharing their input through a community survey or by attending a series of public stakeholder meetings. Catoosa County Government, the cities of Ringgold and Fort Oglethorpe, and the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission are updating […]