CHATTANOOGA, Tenn
<https://www.google.com/maps/search/4700+block+Highway+58+CHATTANOOGA,+Tenn?entry=gmail&source=g> – On May 16, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m., Chattanooga Police
Department (CPD) officers in the area of the 2100 block of Hamilton Place
Boulevard observed an individual acting in a suspicious manner. Officers developed probable cause to initiate a stop.
As officers approached, the individual and two others fled the scene at a
high rate of speed in a vehicle. Due to the dangerous and felonious manner
in which the vehicle was being driven, officers took action to stop the
vehicle and prevent further risk to the public.
While attempting to flee, the vehicle became stuck in traffic. The driver
then rammed multiple occupied vehicles in an effort to proceed and evade
officers. Officers intervened to stop the vehicle. One officer was struck
by the suspect’s vehicle. In an effort to limit any further threat to
public safety, officers fired at the suspect, striking him. The 21-year-old
male driver succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
One passenger was transported to a local hospital by Hamilton County EMS
and has since been released. The other passenger was detained by officers
for questioning. No other individuals, including officers, requested
medical treatment at the scene.
Per Chattanooga Police Department policy, both officers involved are placed
on administrative leave. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) will
be handling the criminal investigation and all inquiries should be directed
to them.
This information is preliminary and is subject to change as the
investigation continues. Chattanooga Police ask anyone with
information regarding this incident to call 423-698-2525.