Day Shift July 8
25-007272 – 1517 Tombras Ave – Warrant Service
A party was arrested on two outstanding East Ridge Forfeiture Capias warrants for Felony Evading and Improper Display. He was taken into custody without incident.
25-007273 – 1400 BLK Blackwell Drive – Deceptive Practice
The victim reported an unknown suspect changed his direct deposit information to reflect their bank account information. He noticed the change after his $2,116.26 paycheck never hit his account.
Pending identification of the suspect, the reporting party wishes to prosecute for Theft of Property.
25-007263 – 6600 BLK Ringgold Road – Disorder
Police responded after an employee alerted police that guests had overstayed their extended checkout time. Police stood by while the guests gathered their belongings and left the room and property.
25-007269 - 4214 Ringgold Road - Warrant Service
A woman was served warrants for Solicitation of a Minor, Indecent Exposure and Sexual Battery of an Authority Figure whilst in custody at Hamilton County Jail.
25-007256 - 1510 Maxwell Road - Deceptive Practice
Police spoke with the complainant who stated that she had dropped off multiple checks at the East Ridge Post Office on June 19 or 20. She was later notified that two of those checks had been altered (washed) and attempts were made to cash them. Fortunately, she had already placed stop payments on the checks, preventing any financial loss. The RP Hixson stated other clients of hers who are supposed to receive checks have complained they have not yet received them and may have more fraudulent activity occurring later.
25-007262 – 6700 BLK Ringgold Rd – Drug Arrest
Crime Suppression Units stopped a vehicle for a window tint violation. Upon a probable cause search the driver was found in possession of 29.6 grams of marijuana, .5 gram of Meth, 2 Ecstasy tablets, and multiple scales. He was charged and the investigation is ongoing.
25-007268- 1000 BLK Bass Pro Dr.- Theft
Police responded on reports of a theft. On arrival, police identified a man who had concealed 2 XT flashlights in his pants. Loss prevention advised; the flashlights were valued at 89.99 each. The suspect was issued a citation in lieu of arrest.
25-007265- 6700 BLK Ringgold Rd.- Deceptive Practice
Police spoke with a woman who advised her I.D. and Social Security card had been used to gain employment with a hotel. She advised she lives in Texas and has never been to Chattanooga. Police spoke with the suspect who advised she received the documents from an unknown female in Chattanooga. The subject stated she needed documents to work in the United States. The complainant advised she did not want to press charges and wanted her to stop using her identification documents.
Night Shift July 8
25-007277 – 5900 BLK Ringgold Road – Domestic Assault / Narcotics Violation / Arrest
Police responded to an Assault in Progress and found that a man had assaulted his girlfriend. The subject attempted to walk away from the incident but was detained after a brief verbal exchange. While investigating the incident, Police observed a bag of marijuana in plain view in the vehicle. A probable cause search of the vehicle yielded 30 grams of marijuana and the male suspect took full responsibility for it. He was transported to the Hamilton County Jail and was charged with Domestic Assault, Public Intoxication, Disorderly Conduct, and Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute.
25-007279 – 1100 BLK McBrien Road – Assault / Psychiatric Emergency
Police responded to a Disorder at this address and found that a party had struck another man across the face. Upon further investigation, officers determined that the suspect was experiencing a psychotic episode related to diagnosed mental health issue. He was transported to a local hospital where he was admitted for a medical treatment.
25-007282 – 601 Justice Way – Warrant Service
While in custody at the Hamilton County Jail, a party was served with a Petition to Revoke warrant through the City of East Ridge. The original charge for the arrest warrant was Theft over $2,500.
25-007285 – 3200 Ringgold Rd – Traffic Control
Police conducted extensive traffic control operations near the Bachman Tunnels due to construction closures on I-75. The officers identified several semi-trucks that failed to observe height-restriction warnings for the tunnels. Police intervened and redirected the trucks to the appropriate
alternate routes.
25-007286 – 6400 BLK Ringgold Road – Mentally Disturbed / Back EMS
Police received multiple calls concerning an adult male running into traffic near Dunkin Donuts. On scene, Police located a party who had minor lacerations on his arm. The party stated he accidentally cut himself while recycling cans and then lost his shoe in the middle of Ringgold Road. EMS
treated him at the scene, and he denied having any suicidal ideations. He graciously agreed to remain on the sidewalks for the rest of the evening.
25-007287 – 3200 BLK Ringgold Rd – Traffic Stop / Warrant Service
While conducting traffic control operations, Police observed a white Ford Edge drive around a police barricade and head towards moving traffic. An officer stopped the vehicle and identified the driver and passenger. Police found that one had an active warrant through East Ridge for Theft of
Property. The other initially gave an alias of but quickly provided her correct name. She received several traffic citations to include Driving on a Suspended License.
25-007290 – 3200 BLK Ringgold Rd – Identity Theft / Arrest
During a traffic stop, a man initially provided his cousin’s identity to evade arrest. He had active warrants through both East Ridge and Collegedale. During a search incident to arrest, an officer found a straw with a white powdery substance in his possession. The party was transported to the
Hamilton County Jail and was charged with Identity Theft and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. (Related to ERPD 25-007287).
25-007293 – 1900 BLK Tombras Avenue – Miscellaneous
A passerby reported two small children were playing by the road unsupervised. Police responded to the area and located both children on the sidewalk with their parents. Officers determined the children were properly supervised and no further action was taken.