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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 19, 2009 15:20:42 GMT -5
Thursday, March 19, 2009
The Chattanooga Police Department has received several calls concerning a shooting incident that was said to have occurred at the Hamilton Place Walmart today. The hoax is one that has been reported in several states but has not proved to be valid.
As best as can be determined, the text warning was sent out yesterday advising recipients to stay away from Walmart because a gang initiation would take place whereby people would be shot and killed.
Again, this is not a situation that has occurred in Chattanooga and there have been no reported incidents at any of the Chattanooga area Walmarts.
Sergeant Jerri S. Weary Public Information Officer Chattanooga Police Department
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 19, 2009 12:02:47 GMT -5
Thursday, March 19, 2009
A patrol unit was hit by a DUI driver in North Chattanooga yesterday. Officer Casey Cleveland stated that he was patrolling in the 600 block of Spears Avenue around 4:30 PM when he observed a fast approaching vehicle run a stop sign. As the vehicle sped by, it clipped the side of Cleveland ’s patrol car and damaged the side view mirror. The driver of the vehicle jumped out and ran after a short vehicle pursuit.
32-year-old Samuel Anderson was quickly apprehended when officers responding to the scene closed off the area and located him a short distance from his abandoned vehicle. Anderson was arrested for DUI; leaving the scene of an accident; evading arrest; resisting stop, frisk, halt; open container law and stop sign violation.
Officer Cleveland was not injured in the incident.
Sergeant Jerri S. Weary Public Information Officer Chattanooga Police Department
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 19, 2009 10:24:46 GMT -5
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Chattanooga Police have identified the suspect in a shooting last night at the Plasma Services Center located at 3815 Rossville Blvd. 18-year-old Gerald Nelson was arrested for aggravated assault against 26-year-old Tristan Cooper following an argument between the two men over a woman that both men were dating.
Nelson and Cooper had just finished donating plasma at the time that the argument began in front of Plasma Services. Nelson told police that he thought Cooper had a gun and shot him when he says Cooper reach into his pocket.
Cooper was treated and released from Erlanger Hospital for minor wounds to his right thigh and lower back. No one else was injured in the incident.
Sergeant Jerri S. Weary Public Information Officer Chattanooga Police Department
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 19, 2009 7:21:32 GMT -5
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Chattanooga Police are investigating a shooting that occurred outside of the Plasma Services Center on Rossville Blvd tonight. The incident happened around 7:45 after witnesses said two men had an argument that erupted into gunfire.
One man is in custody while the victim, Tristan Cooper was taken to Erlanger with non-life threatening injuries. He was treated for a flesh wound to the leg and back before being interviewed by investigators.
A suspect in the shooting was taken into custody but has not yet been charged. Investigators are interviewing the involved parties and more information on the incident will be available tomorrow.
Sergeant Jerri S. Weary Public Information Officer Chattanooga Police Department
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 19, 2009 7:20:13 GMT -5
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
The victim in a late night shooting incident at 2200 East 26th Street Court admitted that “nosiness” may have gotten him shot.
Police spoke to 18-year-old Richard Allen who stated that he was leaving his girlfriend’s house in Eastlake Courts around 11:30 last night. As he was getting into his car, he observed a large group engaged in a loud argument. Allen said he backed his car up to the group to be “nosy” and as he did so, he heard gunshots and felt a burning sensation in his arm.
Allen drove himself to Erlanger Hospital where he was treated and released for a graze wound. Allen said that he didn’t see who was shooting and didn’t think he was the target in the incident. Allen said that he didn’t recognize anyone from the crowd so police do not have any suspect leads.
Sergeant Jerri S. Weary Public Information Officer Chattanooga Police Department
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 19, 2009 7:19:14 GMT -5
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
A domestic cutting incident at 2224 E. 27th Street resulted in two arrests Tuesday. Chattanooga Police responded to the residence around 1:30 PM after neighbors called about the disturbance. When police arrived, they found 25-year-old Monica Russell Taylor and her husband, 24-year-old Renta Taylor who was suffering from a cut to the upper left eyebrow.
According to the couple, an argument started outside the residence with Mrs. Taylor and her sister-in-law. That disagreement then created conflict between Mr. and Mrs. Taylor. The two went into their home where the argument became physical. Mrs. Taylor stated that Mr. Taylor hit her in the face with his fist after which she cut him across the eyebrow with a kitchen knife.
Both Mr. and Mrs. Taylor were arrested; Mrs. Taylor for domestic aggravated assault and Mr. Taylor for a domestic assault warrant stemming from an incident earlier this month. Mr. Taylor was taken to Erlanger for treatment of his injury before being transported to jail on the warrant.
Sergeant Jerri S. Weary Public Information Officer Chattanooga Police Department
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 14, 2009 8:47:34 GMT -5
03/13/09
Around 0745 am this morning Auto Theft Investigators responded to 6428 Rose Mary Drive where a stolen 1992 Mazda MPV Van had been involved in a wreck. The victim stated he left the vehicle was warming up at 3910 Webb Oaks when it was taken. The victim spotted the vehicle and gave chase until police arrived. The suspects in the vehicle fled on foot after they jumped out of the van leaving it in reverse.
The vehicle rolled into the driveway at 6428 Rose Mary Drive and crashed into another vehicle. A Property Crimes Investigator who was in the area was able to get to one of the suspects and take him into custody. Using the description from the victim the other three where located at 7754 Nautical Way , one of the suspects was inside the house and the other two where in the yard.
During this time patrol responded to 4510 Hwy 58, Wendy’s where a call had been received on suspicious subjects who appeared to be getting ready to rob the restaurant. After conducting interviews with witnesses all 4 suspects in custody for the auto theft matched the suspicious subjects at Wendy’s.
During interviews with the suspects they all 4 admitted to the vehicle theft and also to planning to rob the Wendy’s manger as he came out for a bank run. Investigators found masks and guns the suspects hid in a bush when they ran from the stolen vehicle.
All 4 of the subjects are juveniles ranging in ages of 14 to 16 they have been charged with Auto Theft, Attempt Aggravated Robbery and Conspiracy to Commit Robbery.
They are currently at Hamilton County Juvenile Detention Center .
Lt Kim Noorbergen CPD PIO
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 13, 2009 10:05:37 GMT -5
In reference to last nights reported standoff on Brainerd Rd. This was a man threatening suicide.
The officers took the subject into custody, no in injuries reported and he was transported to Erlanger to be evaluated.
No further information will be released.
Lt. Kim Noorbergen CPD PIO
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 10, 2009 14:49:37 GMT -5
03/010/09
On March 6th, Chattanooga Police responded to a traffic fatality in the 1000 block of Ashland Terrace involving a bicycle and a panel truck. Cyclist David L Meek of Red Bank was traveling south on Ashland Terrace in the right hand lane, a 2007 International delivery truck was traveling same direction passed by the cyclist and the saddle bag on the back of the bicycle caught the sideboard of the truck causing the fatal accident. Mr. Meek was transported to Erlanger Hospital where he later died of as a result of the injuries he sustained in the accident.
During the week of March 23rd, 2009 Chattanooga Police Traffic Investigators will present this case to the Hamilton County Grand Jury. Traffic Investigators will present facts that have been gathered during investigation including witness statements and other findings to determine if charges will be placed against the driver of the panel truck.
As soon as this case is presented and a determination is made by the grand jury those findings will be released.
Lt. Kim Noorbergen CPD PIO
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 10, 2009 9:53:56 GMT -5
Monday, March 09, 2009
Investigators with the Fugitive Division of the Chattanooga Police Department located Kenneth Freeman Jr. this morning at 2614 Lyndon Avenue in Red Bank. Investigators received a tip that Freeman was at the apartment.
He is now in police custody and is being interviewed by investigators in the Property Crimes Division. Afterward, he will be booked on outstanding warrants for three counts of aggravated robbery and one count of felonious possession of a firearm.
Sergeant Jerri S. Weary, Public Information Officer Chattanooga Police Department
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 10, 2009 9:52:32 GMT -5
Monday, March 09, 2009
Police are seeking information on three suspects reported to have car-jacked a man at the intersection of Midland Pike and North Moore Road on Sunday. Authorities were alerted to the robbery after Hamilton County Sheriff’s Deputies found a man on I-75 near mile marker 14. The victim, 33-year-old Andrew M. Swann told police that at 12:30 AM Sunday, he was sitting at the intersection of Midland Pike and North Moore Road when three black males wearing all red approached his vehicle. Swann said that two of them were armed; one with a shotgun and the other with a pistol.
They ordered him out of the front of his vehicle and put him in the back of the car where they bound him. The suspects then drove him around for a half-hour before putting him out onto the interstate. Before they did so, they took his clothes containing $200 cash and his light green 1983 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Swann was not injured in the incident.
Swann could only further describe the suspects as three black males in their 20’s. Their faces were covered by bandanas. Anyone with information on this robbery is asked to notify Chattanooga Police at 423-698-2525.
Sergeant Jerri S. Weary, Public Information Officer Chattanooga Police Department
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 8, 2009 11:04:20 GMT -5
Saturday, March 07, 2009
Few leads have surfaced in the shooting of a man in the College Hill Courts public housing area this morning.
Chattanooga Police responded to 1212 Grove Street around 9:30 and found Andre Arnold suffering from gunshot wounds to both legs. According to Arnold , he was walking near 1265 Cypress Street Court when the suspect walked up and asked who was looking for him. Arnold said the suspect then pulled a gun and began shooting. Arnold was able to run to 1212 Grove Street for help.
Police talked to the residents and witnesses in the area but weren’t able to develop many leads. Arnold described the suspect as a black male in his 20’s, with medium-toned skin, a mustache and hair on his chin. He was last seen wearing a white t-shirt and black jeans. A motive for the shooting hasn’t yet been determined.
Arnold was taken to Erlanger Hospital for treatment of his injuries which weren’t believed to be life threatening.
Sergeant Jerri S. Weary Public Information Officer Chattanooga Police Department
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 8, 2009 11:03:42 GMT -5
Saturday, March 07, 2009
A stabbing at 2205 Rawlings Street has resulted in the apprehension of one man and the critical injury of another.
Police received several reports of the incident at 4:30 this evening and arrived as it was unfolding. Officers found 36-year-old Darrius Higgins, aka Man-a-Moochie, laying in the street suffering from multiple stab wounds to his abdomen, arms and chest. A man was spotted standing over Higgins and fled the scene as police arrived.
Responding officers were able to get the suspect’s description and subsequently apprehend 36-year-old Derrick Lindsay a short time later at a nearby apartment complex. Police are still working on details surrounding the attack and are specifically seeking others who may have been involved.
Higgins was transported to Erlanger in critical condition and immediately taken into surgery. His current condition is unknown. As details become available, more information will be released.
Sergeant Jerri S. Weary, Public Information Officer Chattanooga Police Department
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 7, 2009 8:58:00 GMT -5
Saturday, March 7, 2009 The numbers below represent the total statistics from yesterday's saturation exercise. - Citations: 747
- Warnings: 63
- Accidents: 3
- Misdemeanor Arrests: 35
- Felony Arrests: 9
- Field Interviews: 61
- Arrest Warrants: 15
- Search Warrants: 1
- Gang Contacts: 1
- Drug Weight: 16.5 grams Marijuana
- Street Value: $40.
Sergeant Jerri S. Weary Public Information Officer Chattanooga Police Department
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 7, 2009 8:56:16 GMT -5
Friday, March 06, 2009 Officers from the Chattanooga Police Department and Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department conducted a saturation of the East Chattanooga and Eastlake areas today. Saturations are done quarterly to apprehend individuals with outstanding warrants and to concentrate law enforcement efforts in specific areas of town. In addition to the Sector 2 area, officers were also present in the Hilltop residential area of Brainerd. Specific details were formed to identify individuals possibly involved in criminal enterprise. The first phase of the saturation concluded at 3 PM. The stats listed below reflect morning activity. - 530 written citations
- 20 warnings
- 21 total arrests
- 15 misdemeanors
- 7 felonies
- 14 arrest warrants
- 1 search warrant
- 1 gang contact
The second phase of the saturation began at 3:15 PM and will conclude at 12 AM. Stats for the second phase of activity will be released in the morning. Sergeant Jerri S. Weary Public Information Officer Chattanooga Police Department
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 6, 2009 17:27:15 GMT -5
03/06/09
November 6, 2007, Robert Young W-M age 33 a resident/patient of Standifer Place Nursing Home was admitted to Erlanger Medical Center for a severe seizure; it was also discovered that he had sustained a skull fracture Mr. Young has had cerebral palsy since birth.
November 12, 2007, Robert Young died at Erlanger Hospital . He was given a county burial.
December 19, 2007, Robert Young’s aunt, Rita Ritchy, contacted the Chattanooga Police Department Homicide Unit and requested Young’s death be investigated further citing physical abuse. She was referred to the Hamilton County Medical Examiner’s Office due to the fact burial had taken place. An exhumation order was requested by the Medical Examiner’s Office through the Hamilton County District Attorney’s Office.
June 11, 2008, Robert Young’s body was exhumed and an autopsy conducted revealed that Young’s death was caused by the skull fracture due to blunt force trauma and his death was ruled a homicide.
The Chattanooga Police Department Homicide Unit and Tennessee Bureau of Investigation conducted a joint investigation due the fact that Robert Young was considered a State of Tennessee (Tenn Care patient).
On March 2, 2009, the case was presented to the Hamilton County Grand Jury on an original indictment and an indictment for Criminal Negligent Homicide was returned on:
Walter Small B-M, age 41 715 East Ave Chattanooga , TN
Mr. Small was a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with Standifer Place Nursing Home at the time of the incident and was Robert Young’s CNA on November 6, 2007.
March 6, 2009, Mr. Small turned himself in to Chattanooga Police Fugitive Investigators and was booked into the Hamilton County Jail.
Lt. Tim Carroll CPD Major Crimes Div
Lt. Kim Noorbergen CPD PIO
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 6, 2009 17:24:56 GMT -5
Friday, March 06, 2009
A bicyclist travelling in the 1000 block of Ashland Terrace was killed this morning. Police were alerted to the scene around 6:40 AM. According to witnesses, the cyclist was travelling on Ashland Terrace toward Hixson Pike. As a box-type truck travelling in the same direction passed by the cyclist, a saddle bag on the back of the bicycle caught the rear footboard of the truck and yanked the bike out from under him. The victim was thrown into the street where he suffered life threatening injuries. The victim was transported to Erlanger Hospital where he subsequently died.
The driver of the truck told police that he never saw the bicyclist and didn’t know there was anything wrong until he saw the victim in the street. The victim’s name will not be released until his family has been notified. Charges in the incident are pending further investigation.
Sergeant Jerri S. Weary, Public Information Officer Chattanooga Police Department
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 6, 2009 7:15:13 GMT -5
Thursday, March 5, 2009 Another vehicle stolen in a warm-up auto theft has been recovered. Investigators from the Chattanooga Police Department Auto Theft Division located the vehicle today after receiving a call from Dalewood Middle School on found property. A set of keys were found on a student and turned over to police. Investigators checked several areas where cars had been recovered in the past and located a 2006 White Chevy Impala, which was stolen a couple of days prior from an East Ridge resident. The owner of the vehicle was able to recover the Impala on the scene. Investigators have several persons of interest in these warm-up auto thefts but have not yet filed charges.
The thefts are believed to be connected to several other vehicles taken under the same method of operation. Last month two vehicles were recovered that were taken under similar circumstances. The investigation will continue. Sgt Jerri Weary, PIO Chattanooga Police Department
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 5, 2009 14:49:40 GMT -5
Thursday, March 05, 2009
Chattanooga Police are seeking a suspect involved in a domestic violence incident around 10 this morning at 1104-A Thomas Lane in Hixson. Police were alerted to a convenience store at 5500 Highway 153 on a call of a pedestrian struck. Once on-scene, police were advised that there was a woman hiding in the bathroom refusing to come out. Officers were able to locate 29-year-old Monica Stoker in the restroom.
According to Stoker, she and Howerton had a fight at the Thomas Lane residence and he refused to allow her to leave. They were in his vehicle at 5500 Highway 153 when she attempted to exit the vehicle. As she did so, Howerton grabbed her as the vehicle rolled over her left leg. She managed to get away and ran into the convenience store where she hid until police arrived.
Witnesses observed Howerton run behind the store in the direction of the Thomas Lane address. After obtaining consent from Stoker, police searched the residence but were unable to locate Howerton. He was last observed wearing a black t-shirt with a Superman emblem across the chest and blues jeans. Warrants have been sought against Howerton for domestic aggravated assault.
Stoker was transported to Memorial North Park for treatment of a broken foot and lacerations to the face.
Sergeant Jerri S. Weary, Public Information Officer Chattanooga Police Department
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 5, 2009 14:47:02 GMT -5
Thursday, March 05, 2009
Two pedestrians were struck in the 100 block of East 4th Street last Friday. According to Chattanooga Police Traffic Investigators, a Chevy Silverado driven by Joseph Maldanado was travelling north on Market Street . Maldanado ran the red light at the intersection of Chestnut and Market Streets and hit a vehicle driving east on East 4th Street .
After the impact, the Silverado left the road and hit the two pedestrians that were standing on the grass median separating the east and west bound lanes of East 4th Street .
One of the pedestrians, 48-year-old Ricky Richeson, sustained a severely broken leg. The second pedestrian, 50-year-old Lyle Mays Jr suffered lacerations to his arm and complained of back pain. Both men were taken to Erlanger for treatment of the injuries which were not believed to be life threatening.
The driver of the second vehicle, Tal Kitchen, suffered minor injuries but was not transported.
A blood sample was taken from Maldanado and charges are pending.
Sergeant Jerri S. Weary, Public Information Officer Chattanooga Police Department
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 5, 2009 14:46:12 GMT -5
Thursday, March 05, 2009
Chattanooga Police officer James Daves was treated at Erlanger Hospital this morning for a knife wound sustained during an altercation with a violent suspect at 908 Bell Vista in Brainerd.
The incident which occurred at around 12:30 a.m. was dispatched as a disorder but escalated into a physical altercation in which the suspect was Tasered and the officer was cut. As back up officers arrived a Pit Bull dog exited the residence and attacked the officer and it was subsequently shot and killed.
Officer Daves was treated and released.
Assistant Chief Mike Williams Uniformed Services and Training Command
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 5, 2009 6:43:15 GMT -5
Chattanooga Police Auto Theft Investigators are warning people that "Warm Up Thefts” have increased in the last couple of weeks as people are warming up their cars before leaving their homes. Running, unlocked vehicles are easy targets for thieves.
To help protect automobiles from theft, motorists are encouraged to follow some steps to make your car – and the valuables in it – less attractive to thieves. The common-sense approach to protection is the simplest and most cost effective way to avoid would-be thieves. You should always secure your vehicle, even if you’re parking for “just a minute.”
Do this by:
• Removing your keys from the ignition. • Locking all of your doors. • Closing all of your windows. • Parking in a well-lit area. • Never leaving your engine running and vehicle unlocked while you run into your home, a convenience store or anywhere else.
Also, a visible or audible device will alert thieves that your vehicle is protected. Popular devices include audible alarms, steering wheel locks, steering column collars, theft deterrent decals, and tire locks.
Lt. Kim Noorbergen CPD PIO
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Mar 5, 2009 6:23:06 GMT -5
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 An argument between two people resulted in a stabbing this evening at 1206 Sheridan Avenue. At 10 PM, Police responded to the location and found 26-yr-old Anthony Brown suffering from a stab wound to the nose and face. Brown suffered a significant amount of blood loss and was transported to Erlanger for his injuries. Police located the suspect, Brenda Cosby, at her home on North Hawthorne shortly after the incident. She was taken into custody and is waiting to be questioned by Major Crimes Investigators. Crime scene units are on-scene gathering evidence from the altercation. According to witnesses, Anthony Brown, also known as AJ went to the residence to see a friend. While there Brenda Cosby stopped by to visit with the homeowner. Sometime during Brown and Cosby's visit, the two began to argue. Cosby stabbed Brown in the face then fled the scene. Brown's current condition is unknown. As details in the case develop, more information will be released. Sgt Jerri Weary, PIO Chattanooga Police Department
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Feb 27, 2009 7:56:00 GMT -5
A portion of I-75 will be closed this morning to clean up a spill that occurred as a result of a single vehicle accident. The material spilled is very greasy and creates a traffic hazard. Crews are on scene now assessing the extent of the spill and trying to remove the material. The morning rush hour should expect delays and people are encouraged to take an alternate route around the northbound lanes of I-75 between the Interstate 24-75 split and East Brainerd Road. The clean up may last until noon. Sgt Jerri Weary, PIO Chattanooga Police Department
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Feb 26, 2009 23:21:37 GMT -5
02/26/09
Chattanooga Police Department Major Crimes Investigators are investigating an early morning shooting at 5010 Harley Ln. Police received a call of a shooting and upon their arrival found James Hunt 26 suffering a gunshot wound to the chest.
According to officers Katie Hunt stated her soon to be husband James Hunt had called her and family members several times during the night and day threatening suicide. Around 2:00 am Mr. Hunt arrived at the apartment and attacked her began choking her, they fought around the house and Mr. Hunt continued to choke her.
A neighbor heard Mrs. Hunt screaming and yelling for help, he armed himself and got his cell phone and went and knocked on the door and asked if she was ok? She told him no and to help her, the neighbor forced the door open where he found James Hunt standing over her with a knife, the neighbor fired one shot striking Mr. Hunt in the chest. Mrs. Hunt then broke away and fled the apartment.
Mrs. Hunt sustained injuries and was treated for them, Mr. Hunt was transported to Erlanger where he remains in critical condition.
No charges have been filed at this time. The investigation is still continuing.
Lt. Kim Noorbergen CPD PIO
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Feb 26, 2009 23:20:18 GMT -5
Thursday, February 26, 2009
A 4-year-old shot himself in the hand today after he found a gun stored in his home. Police responded to 214 Booth Road just before 12 noon on a call of a child shot. Once on scene, they found the boy suffering from a gunshot wound to the hand. The child was taken to a local hospital and treated and released.
Police questioned the father of the boy, Walter Frank Rice, Jr and learned that the gun was stored between the mattresses of his bed. The child found the gun while his father was asleep and fired it, striking himself in the hand. Due to the culpability of the incident, Rice was charged with reckless endangerment.
Sergeant Jerri S. Weary, Public Information Officer Chattanooga Police Department
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Feb 26, 2009 11:19:44 GMT -5
02/26/09
Chattanooga Police Major Crime Investigators have arrested Andrew Lawson 07/05/1944 and charged him with Attempted 1st degree Murder in connection with the assault on Robert L Steward that occurred on February 25th, at 2513 Union Ave.
According to the investigators Mr. Lawson and Mr. Steward had a verbal disagreement which leads to the physical assault. Mr. Steward is still at Erlanger; Andrew Lawson is currently in the Hamilton County Jail.
Lt. Kim Noorbergen CPD PIO
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Feb 26, 2009 11:18:57 GMT -5
02/26/09 Chattanooga Police Property Crimes Investigators worked thru the night to make the arrest of six (6) subjects’ (four (4) adults and two (2) juveniles)who are charged with multiple counts of Aggravated Robbery, Criminal Conspiracy and other related charges including Aggravated Assault and Aggravated Robbery on an 86 year old blind female victim. On the 25th of February around 2:30 am patrol officers responded to a call of a home invasion in the 3200 Dodds Ave , upon their arrival they were told that several black male suspects had forced their way into the residence and demanded money at gunpoint. The victim gave a description of the suspects and stated they had fled on foot. Patrol Officers surrounded the area and four of the subjects were stopped walking in the street. Officers conducted a pat down search of these subjects and found ammunition in one of the subjects pockets, a brief search of the area led officers to a gun that had been tossed in the yard. While talking with these subjects the other two suspects drove down the street in the suspect vehicle a Red 1998 Ford Explorer where officer stopped them. All 6 of these subjects were transported to the Police Services Center for interviews. During these interviews the suspects confessed to armed robberies they had committed in the last 2 months including a home invasion on an elderly blind female that occurred on the 24th February, at 25 S. Germantown Rd. According to investigators the victim an 86 year old female blind female who was alone, she heard someone at her front door and when she went to check the door thinking it was her granddaughter she was attacked by 3 black males rushing in on her. One of the suspects pushed her causing her to fall into the kitchen, she got up and one of the other suspects shoved her into the living room where he stood over her with a gun pointed at her while the other 2 suspects ransacked her residence screaming “where’s the money” The elderly victim told them the only money she had was in her purse. The suspects then took her money, credit cards and the wedding ring from her finger. While being interviewed investigators observed one of the juvenile suspects wearing the wedding ring that had been taken from the victim. Investigators conducted a search of one of the suspect’s residence and found a rifle and other weapons that have been used in these robberies. - Larry Jennings 12/14/1985
- Anthony Lebron Bell 02/04/1990
- Linda Ramsey 09/25/1975
- Marquel Morris 12/13/1990
- 2 Juveniles
These subjects have been charged with multiple counts of Aggravated Robbery, Aggravated Assault, Criminal Conspiracy and other related charges for the following locations: - 2100 E Main St
- 4500 Choctaw Dr
- 3613 Clio Ave
- 25 S Germantown Rd
- 2354 Gale Lane
- 3208 Dodds Ave.
Other charges are pending at this time. This investigation is continuing; this investigation was a joint effort of the patrol officers and Property Crimes Investigators who worked tirelessly thru the night to apprehend and charged these subjects. Lt. Kim Noorbergen CPD PIO
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Feb 26, 2009 8:22:10 GMT -5
Chattanooga Police Traffic Investigators are releasing the name of last night traffic fatality at 3800 Cummings Hwy.
Doyle D Likens Jr 40 of Sebring FL was pronounced DOA at the scene after it was reported he stepped into the path of a 1995 Ford Ranger Pick Up Truck.
At this time no charges have been filed and the investigation is continuing.
Lt. Kim Noorbergen CPD PIO
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Post by Chattanooga Police on Feb 25, 2009 12:39:35 GMT -5
02/24/09
Earlier today around 11:05 Chattanooga police responded to a call of assault at 2513 A Union Ave.
Officers reported a neighbor found Robert L Steward 58, sitting on his couch bleeding from multiple head injuries.
As of now the victim is not sure what happened to him. He is currently being treated at Erlanger ER and is listed in critical condition.
The investigation is continuing.
If anyone has information of this incident they are asked to call the Chattanooga police Department at 698-2525.
Lt. Kim Noorbergen CPD PIO
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