The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department.
October 5 Day Shift
22-013829– Bennett Road– Child Abuse-
Police responded to this location in reference to a child abuse call. Police completed a report and remained on scene until CPS responded.
22-013837– 6727 Ringgold Road– Arrest-
Nateria Roach was arrested for Public Intoxication, Poss. SCH II, and Poss. Drug Paraphernalia after being located asleep in her vehicle at this location.
22-013833 – Eastway Terrace- Fraud-
The victim was duped into sending scammers $2,500 via bitcoin machine after his computer was hacked.
22-013843- Brockhaven Rd– Burglary-
The caller reported a male wearing a black Under Armor hoodie broke into his basement and systematically arranged the tools on the floor. He believes the suspect’s intent is to return to steal the tools.
22-013841- 941 Spring Creek- Suspicious Person- Arrest-
Hospital security contacted officers and advised them of a male subject acting strange while visiting a patient. Police contacted Steven Alexander, a homeless person from Alabama. Alexander admitted to drinking earlier and based on his behavior ingested some form of illegal substance. He was sweating profusely and started acting paranoid in the presence of officers. He was taken into custody for Public Intoxication.
Night Shift
22-013856– Fountain Avenue– Fight-
Officers were dispatched to this location regarding neighbors physically fighting. Officers checked the area and spoke with residents at this location who advised they were not aware of any fight going on. Officers were unable to locate the incident.
22-013861– Ringgold Road– Suspicious Vehicle–
Officers were dispatched to this location regarding males drinking and playing loud music. All the parties were advised to return to the apartment if they were drinking and to keep the music down.
22-013862- 1417 ST. Thomas Street- Drug Arrest-
While investigating a disorder at this location police encountered Joshua Ellis. During the investigation it was discovered Ellis was in possession of methamphetamine for resale and marijuana.