Man Dies After Being Found In Car In East Ridge With Multiple Gunshot Wounds

  • Tuesday, July 7, 2020

A man has died after being found in a car late Tuesday night in East Ridge with multiple gunshot wounds.

The victim was Antonio Smith, 25, of Chattanooga.

East Ridge Police responded at 11:46 p.m. to S. Seminole Dr. on a report of shots fired. When officers arrived, they found the victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.

Officers started CPR and continued to try to revive the victim until an EMS unit arrived. He was then transported to Erlanger Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

The investigation is continuing.

East Ridge Police ask anyone that may have information on the shooting to contact Detective Robert Wade at 423-867-7516.

Breaking News
2 Students Arrested For Robbery At Brainerd High School
  • 4/16/2024

Two students were arrested on Monday for robbery at Brainerd High School. A student reported to the school resources deputy that three students had attacked another student in the bathroom, ... more

Latest Hamilton County Arrest Report
  • 4/16/2024

Here is the latest Hamilton County arrest report: BEELER, KELLY LYNN 6902 MOCKINGBIRD LANE HARRISON, 37314 Age at Arrest: 29 years old Arresting Agency: HC Sheriff VIOLATION OF PROBATION ... more

Rhonda Thurman Battled For More Charter Schools, Against "Weak Principals"
Rhonda Thurman Battled For More Charter Schools, Against "Weak Principals"
  • 4/15/2024

Hamilton County School Board member Rhonda Thurman of District 1, who retires this year, went through the highlights of her 20-year career for the Pachyderm Club Monday, including her push for ... more