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HCSO Investigating In-Custody Death at Hamilton County Jail
On Thursday at approximately 11:00 pm, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Corrections deputies assigned to the Echo Unit at the Hamilton County Jail advised there was a possible hanging in one of the cells. Jail supervision and medical personnel immediately responded to the unit along with Chattanooga Fire Department and...
'They watched her die': Teen dies hours after arriving at juvenile detention center in front of employees who did nothing, lawsuit says
A 16-year-old girl died after overdosing on methamphetamine in a youth detention center hours after she was arrested, and authorities did nothing until it was too late, a lawsuit said. The post ‘They watched her die’: Teen dies hours after arriving at juvenile detention center in front of employees who did nothing, lawsuit says first appeared on Law & Crime.
'Proud Dad' burgles unlocked gas station in Tennessee while manager was away
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — A man in Tennessee wearing a T-shirt reading 'Proud Dad of 2022 Graduate" was caught on camera doing something no child would be proud of. Police in East Ridge say the man hid in the bathroom of a gas station and took advantage of an empty store when the manager left the front door unlocked when he went to a nearby bank.
The Tennessee Department of Revenue’s Special Investigations Section has announced the arrest of woman on charges of tax evasion
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, her name is Brittany Cardwell and her bond was set at $5,000. The arrest follows an indictment by a Robertson County Grand Jury, which charged Cardwell with one felony count of tax evasion. The indictment accuses Cardwell of providing false and...
Stolen vehicle leads deputies on an early morning pursuit
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) were involved in a pursuit of a stolen vehicle early this morning. At 4:20 a.m., July 24, HCSO received a tip about a Hyundai Elantra with significant rear-end damage fleeing an altercation at a Circle K gas station on Shallowford Road.
Man who dropped from ceiling to steal 29 firearms from Cleveland gun shop gets 10-year term
From the Chattanoogan: An escapee from a mental health facility who went through a ceiling to take 29 firearms from a Cleveland gun store has been. From the Chattanoogan: An escapee from a mental health facility who went through a ceiling to take 29 firearms from a Cleveland gun store has been sentenced to serve 10 years in federal prison.
2 teens get reduced charges in 2022 slaying of 21-year-old Cleveland man
From the Chattanoogan: Two teens charged in connection with the Sept. 6, 2022, slaying of Chandler Chase Caylor and the shooting of his pregnant g. From the Chattanoogan: Two teens charged in connection with the Sept. 6, 2022, slaying of Chandler Chase Caylor and the shooting of his pregnant girlfriend have pleaded guilty to reduced charges.
'Supposed to be getting food:' Armed Chattanooga teen faces charges after late-night chase
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — A Chattanooga 17-year-old who had permission from his mom to drive the family car to go on a food run now faces more than a half dozen charges. Deputies used a stun gun on the suspect shortly after he bolted from his car, following a low-speed chase.
Police Briefs for July 25
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. 24-009426 – 3600 BLK Ringgold Road – Well Being Check – Police were dispatched on a report of two to three children being left unattended inside a running vehicle. The vehicle was leaving the scene when the officers arrived. Police spoke with the driver who stated she did not speak English. The children all appeared to be okay.
Morale boost: Tennessee police officers, SROs to receive pay bonus thanks to grant
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — Police advocacy groups say there's no real price you can pay for putting your life on the line. But, a little extra money doesn't hurt. Thanks to a new grant, eligible law enforcement officers and school resource officers (SROs) in Tennessee are going to get a little something extra in their paychecks this summer.
'Welcome home, Smiley!' East Ridge celebrates injured police officer's hospital release
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. — An injured police officer in East Ridge took a big step on his long road to recovery Thursday morning, as his entire community gave him a big 'welcome home.'. Officer Alan Resendiz, known affectionately to all as 'Smiley,' was all smiles as he was released...
Police Briefs for July 24
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. 24-009387, 24-009388 – 1000 BLK Bass Pro Drive – Shoplifting – man was taken into custody in the parking lot after loss prevention alerted police to his presence. Associates had video footage of him shoplifting on this date and the day prior. He was taken into custody and transported to the Hamilton County Jail.
Choosing a new police chief: The City of Chattanooga wants you to weigh in
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — You have a chance to have a say in who will be Chattanooga's police chief. On Friday, the City of Chattanooga announced an online survey it encourages every citizen to fill out. Take the survey here. The search process for a new chief began after the...
Woman shoots ex-boyfriend during argument in Chattanooga Wednesday night, police say
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — A 61-year-old Chattanooga woman faces charges after police say she shot her ex-boyfriend late Wednesday night. The shooting happened a little before midnight on the 400 block of North Hickory Street, in the Orchard Knob area. The victim, a 62-year-old man, showed up at a nearby...
ERPD Arrests July 19-24
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from July 19-24. 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.
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