Catoosa County authorities are seeking a man who was living with a man who was found dead in his Tunnel Hill home on June 24.
Sheriff Gary R. Sisk said on that day a Catoosa County deputy responded to 1288 Smith Chapel Road to complete a welfare check on a citizen. It was discovered at that time that Roger Epps, the homeowner, was deceased.
The sheriff said, "All evidence indicates that the victim passed away from natural causes. Christopher Helton, who was living with Mr. Epps at the time of his death, is currently a person of interest for failing to report the victim’s death. He is also possibly in possession of the deceased victim’s property and is currently being charged with financial transaction card fraud and theft by taking.
"At this time, investigators have not had any contact with this subject. Anyone with knowledge of the whereabouts or identity of Helton is encouraged to contact Detective J.C. Cunningham.