On June 5, the Hamilton County Grand Jury returned a true bill of indictment against Nicholas Cheaton, age 41, for the charge of First Degree Murder. This indictment is in connection with the March 15, homicide that occurred in the 3700 block of Youngstown Road. 

The case will now proceed through the Hamilton County court system. The Chattanooga Police Department will continue to cooperate fully with the District Attorney’s Office.

Cheaton is currently in custody in Walker County, Georgia on other charges.