Hixson Burglary Suspect Tries To Swim Away; Deputies Catch Him In Borrowed Boat

  • Thursday, November 23, 2017
photo by Brent McDonald (See video on NewsChannel 9)
A Hixson burglary suspect on Wednesday tried to swim away from deputies, but to no avail.
 
The proprietor of Chattanooga Fish and Fun was notified when his camera system was triggered by an individual attempting to break into his business. The owner immediately contacted the Sheriff's Office and drove to the business location.
 
As deputies arrived on scene, the suspect fled on a motorcycle on Gold Point Circle and headed towards Chester Frost Park. 

Deputies pursued the suspect until he wrecked his motorcycle near one of the boat ramps in the park.
At that point, the suspect then proceeded to the water where he attempted to swim away from deputies to avoid capture. With the aid of a boat owned by an onlooker, deputies were able to retrieve the suspect from the water and take him safely into custody. 

The name is the suspect is Stephen Henshaw. 

Henshaw is facing numerous charges including Evading Arrest and Vandalism. 

photo by Brent McDonald (See video on NewsChannel 9)
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