3-11-19 Arrest/Homicide - 200 block Hunt Ave.
3-11-19 Arrest/Homicide - 200 block Hunt Ave.
- Upon arrival CPD Officers located an unresponsive male behind a residence
- Hamilton County EMS responded to the scene and pronounced the man deceased
- The manner of death was not immediately clear during the course of the preliminary investigation
- On March 11, 2019 the manner of death was ruled a Homicide. That determination was made based on the CPD's investigation and discussion with the Hamilton County Medical Examiner.
- CPD Violent Crimes Investigators charged a suspect with Criminal Homicide
- Suspect is in custody at the Hamilton County Jail
- The investigation into the facts surrounding this incident is ongoing
- CPD encourages anyone with information about this incident to call the Homicide Tip Line at (423) 643-5100. Callers can remain anonymous.
VICTIM:
Starlin Fike (male, 47)
SUSPECT:
Luke Jackson (male)
DOB: 3/7/77
CHARGES:
Criminal Homicide
Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call 423-643-5100 or submit an anonymous tip via the Chattanooga PD Mobile App.
The investigation is ongoing and more information will be released when available.
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NOTE: The preceding information is preliminary and is subject to change as the investigation continues.
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