The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department.
Day Shift August 10
24-010213 – 6500 BLK Ringgold Road- Public Intoxication, Vandalism, Disorderly Conduct – An employee, stated a male threw a soda can at the window from the parking lot, entered the restaurant and placed an order. While the order was being prepared, he began hugging the employees. He became disruptive to their business by engaging with and following customers, including a female he followed into the women’s bathroom. The man was told he would have to leave. He began throwing chairs against the wall and exited the establishment. Once outside he attempted to fight employees behind the building. The man fled, on foot, once he realized ERPD was enroute. He was not initially located, however approximately 20 minutes later, ERPD again were called as he was in the parking lot and now running across US41. ERPD contacted him and placed him into custody.
24-010228/24-010229 – 1000 BLK Bass Pro Drive – Theft – A Loss Prevention employee reported an unknown young male stole $238.96 worth of fishing equipment on 08/09/24. The suspect re-entered the store 30 minutes later and again stole $499.92 worth of fishing equipment before leaving in a newer model black Ford F-150 (unknown tag) towards Camp Jordan Parkway. Two warrants for Theft of Property (Shoplifting) will be sought upon identification of the suspect.
24-010223 – 4214 Ringgold Road – Warrant Service – A woman was served with a warrant after she was contacted by the Chattanooga Police Department. CPD agreed to transport her to the jail and the paperwork was faxed to be served.
Night Shift August 10
24-010254 – 800 S Germantown Road – Traffic Stop / Arrest – Police observed a white Volkswagen sedan traveling at a high rate of speed on S. Germantown Road. Police also determined the vehicle matched a BOLO from Chattanooga for an Aggravated Assault suspect. Police initiated emergency lights and sirens and caught up with the speeding vehicle at the intersection of S. Germantown Road and Brainerd Road. The white sedan immediately pulled into a parking lot and police conducted a felony stop. CPD also responded to the scene. After an on-scene investigation, ERPD Officers arrested the driver and charged him with Driving on a Revoked License (DUI), Speeding, and Reckless Endangerment. CPD Officers also arrested a passenger in vehicle and charged with him Assault. ERPD Officers also recovered a Taurus 9mm handgun from the vehicle and placed it into the ERPD Property and Evidence. Two intoxicated passengers from the vehicle were released to a family member who responded to the location.
24-010239 – 3900 BLK Ringgold Road – Disorder / Arrest – Police were called for a Disorder involving an intoxicated customer. Officers found that a man requested a refund for a $210 bottle of alcohol and became loud and disruptive when the refund was not provided. During the verbal disorder, the suspect escalated his behavior and approached a female employee in an aggressive manner. Another customer stepped in to protect the female employee and a physical altercation ensued. Police arrived on scene and stopped the altercation. The man was arrested and charged with Public Intoxication, Disorderly Conduct, and Simple Assault.
24-010257 – 5400 BLK Oakdale Ave – Suspicious Activity – An anonymous person stated seven to ten juveniles were yelling and creating a disorder in the area. Officers checked the area and did not locate any juveniles or evidence of a disorder.
Day Shift August 11
24-010263 – 400 BLK Donaldson Road – Criminal Impersonation, Possession Drug Paraphernalia – ERPD responded on report of two males peering into windows of a residence. Upon arrival, a male was in the front yard who accurately identified himself and stated, eventually, he was on the premises with the second party and stated he believed there were warrants for the arrest of the man. The residence’s yard was checked however the subject was not located. Several minutes later, a male of matching description was located in the 3300 block Navajo Drive. This person identified himself by another name, yet he was recognized as the wanted party. He was handcuffed, because of his attempt at subterfuge, and a pat down search conducted. A syringe, with no needle, was found in his left front jean pocket.
24-010266 – 100 Interstate-75 Northbound – Check the Well-being – Police responded to the area of the welcome center after a caller reported an older male pulling a suitcase was observed walking on the interstate. Officers located the subject on the northbound ramp and provided him with a courtesy ride to the bus stop after verifying his information.
24-010275 – 4300 BLK Ringgold Road – Theft – Police responded on a report of a theft. An employee for the business reported a skinny male wearing a black jacket and khaki pants stole a Euro Gas N20 2000g cannister and fled the property in a black two door Acura with a Tennessee license plate. The vehicle was last observed traveling northbound on McBrien Road. The owner of the store will attempt to review closed-circuit television surveillance to help identify the subject.
24-010262 – 400 BLK Donaldson Road – Criminal Impersonation, Possession Drug Paraphernalia – ERPD responded on report of males peering into windows of a residence. Upon arrival, a male was in the front yard was found to have possible warrants and was detained. Upon a pat down search, a small amount of DAB and smoking paraphernalia was located. He was issued a Misdemeanor Citation.
Night Shift August 11
24-010291 – 4200 BLK Ringgold Rd – Traffic Stop / DUI Arrest – Police observed a white SUV traveling in the middle of the roadway on Ringgold Road. The vehicle then came to a complete stop before turning into the gas station. Officers stopped the vehicle and determined the driver was driving while intoxicated. She was arrested and transported her to the Hamilton County Jail.
24-010285 – 1500 BLK Karwill Lane– Residential Burglary – The resident reported an unknown suspect had entered her apartment and stolen a computer bag containing personal documents. She also advised her mother was home during the suspected burglary. The door was locked during the burglary, and she was unsure how anyone made entry into the residence. Police did not observe any signs of forced entry.
24-010280 – 1200 BLK Spring Creek Road — Civil Matter – The homeowner requested police assistance in removing a man from her shed. She had allowed him to reside in her shed for several months without issue. Officers provided her with information for the eviction process through the Hamilton County Court.
24-010284 – 6700 BLK Ringgold Road — Found Property – A concerned citizen provided police with a wallet he found outside of a restaurant. Officers were unable to contact the owner and the wallet was placed in the ERPD Property Room.
