Shay Patterson is a journalist for Local 3 News, focusing on local news in Chattanooga, Tennessee. With a passion for community reporting, Shay covers a wide range of topics including crime, education, local events, and public affairs. Through her articles, she aims to inform and engage the residents of Chattanooga with accurate and timely news.
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By: Shay Patterson
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Police Department confirms an incident report involving forcible fondling of a juvenile by Collegedale police officers at Neyland Stadium during a football game. Two officers have resigned and one is on paid administrative leave pending an internal affairs investigation. No charges have been filed yet.
By: Shay Patterson
Investigators determined the account belonged to Joshua Long. He was taken into custody during a search of his home.
By: Shay Patterson
A suspect has been arrested in Chattanooga for the 2023 murder of Mercedes Vega in Phoenix, who was found in a burning car with signs of torture, a gunshot wound, and trauma to her head.
By: Shay Patterson
The Collegedale Police Department said in a statement that the officers were off-duty, and an internal investigation was launched.
The Walker County Sheriff's Office arrested an 18-year-old at Ridgeland High School on Tuesday for assaulting two students.
By: Emma Karnes, Shay Patterson
UPDATE: The fourth suspect in the homicide of October 31 has turned himself in to the Walker County Detention Facility.
Catoosa County approves road resurfacing projects for 24 roads, improving driving conditions for residents in multiple areas. Work by Talley Construction Company set to start in Spring 2025.
Hixson Elementary School in Chattanooga is on SECURE status after an incident near the campus. Students and staff are safe, with instruction continuing as normal.
UPDATE: Chattanooga police are investigating a person shot on Winding Lane, next to Hixson Elementary School.
TDOT reports a vehicle fire on I-75 at the Shallowford Exit has 2 of 3 right lanes blocked.
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