7-6-19 Arrests / Homicide - 1400 block East 49th Street
7-6-19 Arrests / Homicide - 1400 block East 49th Street
- Upon arrival officers located a deceased juvenile male, secured the scene, and called for the CPD Violent Crimes Bureau to respond.
- Responding officers were able to locate and stop the suspect vehicle and detain all parties in the vehicle.
- Investigators were able to determine that the suspects arrived in a stolen vehicle and opened fire on the house which contained 5 people; killing juvenile victim 1 and injuring victim 2 as well.
- Suspect 1 is charged with criminal homicide, attempted criminal homicide (x5), and auto theft.
- Suspect 2 is charged with criminal homicide, attempted criminal homicide (x5), and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.
- Both suspects were transported to the Hamilton County Juvenile Detention Center.
Victim 1 (Deceased):
(Juvenile Male, 16)
Victim 2:
(Male, 19)
Suspect 1 (In Custody):
(Juvenile Male, 15)
Charges:
Criminal Homicide, Attempted Criminal Homicide (x5), & Auto Theft.
Suspect 2 (In Custody):
(Juvenile Male, 14)
Charges:
Criminal Homicide, Attempted Criminal Homicide (x5), & Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony.
Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call the homicide tip line at 423-643-5150 or submit a tip via the CPD Mobile App. You can remain anonymous.
The investigation is ongoing and more information will be released when available.
NOTE: The preceding information is preliminary and is subject to change as the investigation continues.
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