UPDATE: As of 6 p.m., westbound Ringgold Road is open eastbound lanes are still closed as officers are conducting their crash investigation. The large propane tank has been emptied by a contractor and … [Read More...]
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CPD Seeking Public Assistance Locating Murder Suspect
The Chattanooga Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in locating LaJeffery Romane Sparks, who is wanted for First Degree Murder of a 42-year-old man. On October 5, 2024 at 12:38 … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 15
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 11 25-003805 – 5300 BLK Clemons Rd – Suicidal threats - Police responded to this location- as a secondary … [Read More...]
City Offices Closing in Observance of Good Friday
East Ridge city offices as well as the library will be closed on Friday, April 18, in observance of Good Friday. According to a press release from the city, residents with trash or recycling pick-up … [Read More...]
HCSO Website Shutdown
The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office has shut down access to its Website after an attempt to access the network systems from an external source, officials said Monday. What follows is a statement by … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 8
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 4 25-003526 – 6700 BLK Ringgold Road - Back up Fire/Trespass - Police were informed of a possible fire under … [Read More...]
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Law and Order April 16
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 15 25-003965 – 700 BLK S Lovell Avenue – Intoxicated Person - Police responded to S Lovell on a report an intoxicated male walked through a neighbor’s yard. Police found the man, who was celebrating his birthday, showed signs of impairment. He was asked to return home and to not return to the public until he was sober. 25-003964 – 6500 BLK Ringgold Road – Disorder – An employee called police after a man … [Read More...]
Catholic Trounces Bradley in Middle School Baseball
Catholic trounced Bradley, 22-2, Saturday afternoon in middle school baseball. The win improved Catholic Baseball to 9-8 on the season. The team will play host to Boyd-Buchanan on Tuesday at 5 p.m. on the OLPH diamond. Catholic Baseball got on the board in the top of the first inning after Caleb Grass walked, Sib Evans singled to left field, and Nick Pendergrass and Deagan Bain walked. A series of batters hit by pitch scored three runs. Catholic piled on in the second inning, scoring eight … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests April 10-13
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from April 10-13. 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, April 10 ANDRES, PHILIPE3505 2ND AVE CHATTANOOGA, 37407Age at Arrest: 25 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: DRIVING ON REVOKED FOR DUI HITCHCOCK, EDDIE TIRRELL302 DUNLAP … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket April 15
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, April 15. Municipal court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Kristen Ballew - Theft/Shoplifting. Christa Bittenbender - Promotion of Meth Manufacturing, Possession Meth/Resale, Manufacture of Meth, Drug Paraphernalia, Domestic Assault. Scott Cooper - Possession Meth/Resale, Possession Marijuana/Resale, Theft over $2,500, Possession Firearm during Felony (5), Drug Paraphernalia. Robert … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 11
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 10 25-003751 – 1300 BLK Frederick Drive – Disorder Prevention - Police escorted a party to his former residence where police stood by while the resident collected some personal belongings and dropped them outside for the caller to collect. 25-003764 – 800 BLK S Germantown Road – Vehicle Theft - Police responded to the office building on a reported vehicle theft. Police spoke with the executor of the … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 10
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 9 25-003730 – 4200 BLK Belvoir Drive – Domestic Assault - A man showed up to the police station with bruising on both of his eyes and requested an officer’s guidance, alleging his wife possibly elbowed him during an argument in which both parties were heavily intoxicated. He said the other black eye was from a fall. He advised he would return with his wife later in the day for a report, and the matter was … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests April 6-9
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from April 6-9 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, April 6 ARMOUR, PERRY TRENELL5533 JEWEL ROAD CHATTANOOGA, 37404Age at Arrest: 46 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE BRYANT, CAMARIUS JAQUON1000 … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 9
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 8 25-003671- 6600 BLK Ringgold Rd– Wellness Check - Police were dispatched to this location to conduct a welfare check on a party at the request of a relative who expressed concern regarding her mental well-being. Upon contact, she engaged with officers and appeared visibly stressed, speaking in a disorganized manner. She declined medical evaluation, stated she was not experiencing suicidal thoughts, and … [Read More...]
Red Wolves Battle to a Draw in Its Home-Opener
The Red Wolves were looking to carry momentum from its big win over CFC earlier in the week to its home-opener against South Georgia Tormenta FC on Saturday. However, it didn't quite work out as anticipated. The Red Wolves battled back from behind and tied Tormenta, 2-2, at CHI Memorial Stadium in USL League One play. Mason Tumbridge and Omar Hernandez traded goals from the penalty spot before substitutes Sebastian Vivas and Matthew Bentley scored to see the match finish in a deadlock. … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests March 31-April 5
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from March 31-April 5. 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. Monday, March 31 MCCULLOUGH, DEMAURIS PERRY6306 WALDAN AVE CHATTANOOGA, 37407Age at Arrest: 19 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: POSSESSING A FIREARM WITH INTENT TO GO … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket April 8
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, April 8. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Luke Ball - Criminal Impersonation. Brandon Blount - Child Neglect (5), Child Endangerment (5). Kayla Bynum - Possession Fentanyl, Drug Paraphernalia. Jeffery Callahan - Revoked DL/Capias, Insurance. Mandi Hutsell - Simple Possession Meth/Capias, Drug Paraphernalia/Capias. Timothy Jones - Revoked DL/Capias, Traffic Control, … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 4
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 3 25-003490 – 1300 BLK Boyd Street – Disorder - The caller reported she was at her residence when the landlord entered the property without providing the required 24-hour notice. The party removed a table he had previously given to the tenants after they declined to pay him $50 for it. The tenants were advised to contact the police if he attempted to enter the property again without proper notice. While on … [Read More...]
Catholic Continues Winning Ways in Middle School Baseball
Catholic Baseball scored 10 runs in the first inning and never looked back in a 17-0 win over Brown Middle School Thursday afternoon. Holder Donnelly went 3-for-4 in the win improving Catholic to eight wins versus six losses on the year. Catholic will attempt to extend its win streak on Saturday as they visit Whitwell. First pitch is slated for 11 a.m. In Catholic's 10-run first, Nathan Wesson had a two-RBI triple and a two-run double, Ethan Land knocked in two runners, and Myles Pruitt singled … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 3
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 2 25-003462 – 5800 BLK Ringgold Road- Traffic Crash with Injuries - The East Ridge Police and Fire Departments responded to a traffic crash with injury and entrapment at 5816 Ringgold Road at approximately 1320 HRS on April 2, 2025. Officers and firefighters immediately began working to treat the severe injuries sustained by a U-Haul employee, later identified as Jason Bishop, 42. The driver of the crashed … [Read More...]
Master Your Garden Expo at Camp Jordan
The Master Gardeners of Hamilton County, in association with the University of Tennessee Extension, present their annual “Master Your Garden” Expo on Saturday, April 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Sunday, April 13, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at Camp Jordan Arena. Admission is $10 and is good for both days. Children 12 and under are free. Free parking is available. Proceeds from the Expo benefit MGHC’s scholarships and community garden programs. For more information, go to: … [Read More...]