photo by Matt Lea
Sheriff Jim Hammond said 59 arrests were made Wednesday during a law enforcement roundup aimed at high priority offenders.
There were 131 warrants served. They included 89 felonies and 32 misdemeanors.
The roundup was throughout Hamilton County and involved a variety of charges.
Sheriff Hammond said, "This very successful, multi-jurisdictional operation would not have been possible without our many dedicated, local, state, and federal law enforcement partners and as sheriff, I appreciate each of them and their commitment to teamwork."
Also taking part were:
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ATF
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Chattanooga Housing Authority Police Department
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Chattanooga Police Department
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DEA
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East Ridge Police Department
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Red Bank Police Department
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Soddy Daisy Police Department
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TBI
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TN Department of Corrections
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U.S.
Marshals
Operational Information:
Total Warrants Served: 131
Total Arrests: 59
Breakdown of Charges:
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(89) Felonies
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(42) Misdemeanors