The State Supreme Court ruled last week that elected Municipal Court Judges must reside in the city where they were elected. The ruling may effect East Ridge Municipal Court Judge Tracy Cox, who … [Read More...]
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Law and Order March 19
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 18 25-002854 – 4200 BLK Spriggs Street - Domestic Assault - The caller stated her son had pushed her by her … [Read More...]
Joint Human Trafficking Operation Yields Two Arrests
An undercover joint operation by special agents with TBI’s Human Trafficking Unit, the Collegedale Police Department, the Tennessee Human Trafficking Task Force, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, … [Read More...]
Law and Order March 18
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 14 25-002665- 6800 BLK Ringgold Road- Suspicious Person - Police were dispatched to an individual who had … [Read More...]
CPD Investigating Saturday Evening Homicide
On Saturday night at 6:15 p.m., Chattanooga Police responded to a person shot call in the 3700 block of Youngstown Road. When officers arrived on scene they found a 44-year-old man deceased from an … [Read More...]
South Terrace to Briefly Close on Wednesday Evening
Change in Date Beginning Thursday night, March 20, Wright Brothers Construction crews will close South Terrace Road from South Lovell Avenue to McBrien Road from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. During this closure, … [Read More...]
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ERPD Arrests March 13-17
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from March 13-17. 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. Thursday, March 13 RECCHIA, HANNAH NICOLE301 CHATEAU DRIVE F3 ROME, 30161Age at Arrest: 28 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: DRIVING ON REVOKED, SUSPENDED OR CANCELLED … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket March 18
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, March 18. Municipal court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue. Jonathan Collins - Reckless Driving, Evading. Trenton Degraftenreed - Theft of Property, No DL. Dionne Mack - Assault on Police/Capias, Resisting/Capias, Disorderly/Capias, Public Intoxication/Capias, Public Indecency/Capias. Lorenzio Morris - Possession Meth/Resale, Theft over $2,500, Felon Possession Firearm, Possession Firearm during Felony, … [Read More...]
Law and Order March 14
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 13 25-002609 – 1600 BLK Sunray Drive – Disorder - Police responded to this address after a mother became upset after finding a man unknown to her in her young adult daughter’s bedroom. Prior to police arrival the male exited the area with haste. Police canvassed the area but were unable to locate anyone matching his description. 25-002620 – I-75 Northbound MM 354 - ERPD responded to a multi vehicle crash … [Read More...]
Catoosa County Elections Board Changes Its Monthly Meeting Location
RINGGOLD - The Catoosa County Elections Board is changing the location of its monthly meetings to the Public Meeting Room inside the Catoosa County Administrative Offices Building at 800 Lafayette Street in Ringgold. The first meeting in the new location will be Tuesday, April 8 at 4 p.m. Elections Board meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month beginning at 4 p.m. This change will provide more seating for the public, more parking, and allow the Elections Board to continue its … [Read More...]
HCSO Responds to Vehicle Fire on I-75
Distracted Driving Causes Secondary Crash Early Thursday morning just after 5 a.m., deputies responded to a vehicle fire at the scenic overlook located in the 15000 block of I-75 South. The incident involved a truck towing a car carrier, which had pulled into the overlook after noticing smoke coming from the vehicle. While the driver was inspecting the truck for the source of the smoke, the vehicle rolled forward, striking a parked semi-trailer. The fire quickly spread from the truck to the … [Read More...]
Law and Order March 13
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 and walking around, complaining that his leg and hip hurt. He was transported to the hospital for evaluation. 25-002574 – 1500 BLK Fruitland Drive – Theft from Vehicle - While in the … [Read More...]
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, FELICIA RENEE419 BOOTH RD CHATTANOOGA, 37411Age at Arrest: 34 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: DRIVING ON REVOKED, SUSPENDED OR CANCELLED LICENSE Monday, … [Read More...]
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. Upon attempting to start it at 0715 this morning, he discovered it was missing. The only keys were hanging by his front door, with no signs of forced entry, but were now … [Read More...]
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 Chris Lane saved more than a half dozen homes from fast moving flames. Aside from Chris Lane, no evacuations have been needed, as fire crews are staged … [Read More...]
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 out and saw an arm extended from the rear driver’s side windows of a black Infiniti sedan. The vehicle had been seen driving north on the inn’s driveway before it turned East onto Ringgold Road. Police … [Read More...]
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 grand opening celebration will take place at 1:00 p.m. with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by county officials, parks and recreation representatives, and local pet enthusiasts. … [Read More...]
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 be intoxicated. A verbal argument ensued over a financial matter involving a vehicle. As the verbal altercation escalated, the father was told to leave the residence at which … [Read More...]
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 to left field scoring a pair or runs. Holder Donnelly pitched three innings in relief. He allowed two hit and one run, while fanning four and walking two. Grass came on in relief and … [Read More...]
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 Observe Sexual Conduct, 10 counts of Especially Aggravated Sexual Exploitation of a Minor, and one count of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor. … [Read More...]
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 ALEXANDER98 STEELE RD ROSSVILLE, 30741Age at Arrest: 27 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: FELONY EVADING ARRESTIMPROPER DISPLAY OF TAG Wednesday, … [Read More...]