http://www.hcsheriff.gov Commitment to excellence for all citizens with fair and equitable performance. en-us Copyright 2011 Hamilton County Sheriffs Office. All rights reserved. Fri, 23 May 2008 12:00:00 EST http://www.hcsheriff.gov/gen_info/past_sheriffs/past_sheriffs_img/jim_hammond.png http://www.hcsheriff.gov Sheriff Jim Hammond of the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office http://www.hcsheriff.gov/pressreleases/display.php?releaseid=475 The Law Enforcement Memorial will be held this year on Thursday May 17, 2012. The program will start at 11:30 a.m. at the Memorial site located at 600 Market Street adjacent to the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office. http://www.hcsheriff.gov/pressreleases/display.php?releaseid=474 The 800 block of Boy Scout Road at the railroad crossing will be closed to traffic today until 3:00 p.m. due to maintenance. http://www.hcsheriff.gov/pressreleases/display.php?releaseid=473 The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office was called to 12504 Old Dayton Pike this morning at approximately 6:35 a.m. regarding a vehicle submerged in a pond. When deputies arrived on scene a maroon colored vehicle was located submerged in the water. http://www.hcsheriff.gov/pressreleases/display.php?releaseid=472 Last night at approximately 9:00 p.m., Kenneth Wayne Darr w/m age 51, an inmate in the Hamilton County Correctional Facility since May 1, 2012, was found after he committed suicide. The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, Criminal Investigations Division is conducting the investigation. http://www.hcsheriff.gov/pressreleases/display.php?releaseid=471 National Police Week will be May 13-19, 2012. During this special week thousands of law enforcement officers and family members will travel to Washington, D.C. to take part in this event that honors those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. http://www.hcsheriff.gov/pressreleases/display.php?releaseid=470 The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office will partner with the “Shred It” company on Saturday, April 28, 2012 from 8:30 to 1:00 p.m. at the Sheriff’s West Annex located at 6233 Dayton Blvd. for the annual “Shred It” event. http://www.hcsheriff.gov/pressreleases/display.php?releaseid=468 A call was received through the 911 Center this morning at approximately 8:59 a.m. from two boaters regarding a possible dead body. TWRA and the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office responded to 4400 Johnson Road to investigate a boat adrift containing the body of an unknown male. http://www.hcsheriff.gov/pressreleases/display.php?releaseid=469 The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division has made two arrests concerning the death of Donald Rogers reported earlier today. Charged are Chance A. Loftis w/m age 24 and Travis Hayes Jenkins w/m age 28, both of Cleveland, Tennessee. http://www.hcsheriff.gov/pressreleases/display.php?releaseid=467 A armed robbery in progress was reported to the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office early this afternoon at approximately 12:45 p.m. at the Mountain View Pawn & Jewelry, located at 15115 Dayton Pike. A deputy was on the scene two minutes after the call was received. http://www.hcsheriff.gov/pressreleases/display.php?releaseid=466 The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office will be providing a demonstration of the VideoRay Pro 4 Underwater ROV (remotely operated vehicle) to the media on April 20, 2012. This will take place at 1:00 p.m. at the Chickamauga Dam boat ramp off Highway 153. http://www.hcsheriff.gov/pressreleases/display.php?releaseid=465 The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office will be partnering with “We’ve Got Spirit” for a Cheer and Dance Competition to be held on April 14, 2012 at the Chattanooga Convention Center, 1150 Carter Street, Chattanooga. The competition will begin at 9:00 a.m. and end at 5:00 p.m. http://www.hcsheriff.gov/pressreleases/display.php?releaseid=464 State and Local Law Enforcement Cracking Down on Traffic Safety Violations to Help Save More Lives. http://www.hcsheriff.gov/pressreleases/display.php?releaseid=463 Prom and graduation season is fast approaching. This is a wonderful time of celebration for all area high school students but especially juniors and seniors. Unfortunately, these happy occasions can sometimes involve underage drinking along with speed which can result in tragedy. Statistics show that the prom and graduation season during the months of April, May and June, is the single most dangerous time in most teens’ lives. It is critical that parents keep the lines of communication open when it comes to talking to their children about the dangers of underage drinking and drunk driving. http://www.hcsheriff.gov/pressreleases/display.php?releaseid=462 A one vehicle traffic crash that occurred in the 5800 block of Hunter Road was reported to the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office this morning at approximately 9:05 a.m. The traffic investigation conducted by Deputy Todd Cook has shown that speed was a factor in the crash. The 1996 Buick Regal operated by Misty Dawn Szekely w/f 19, was traveling east bound on Hunter Road when she left the roadway and struck a tree. http://www.hcsheriff.gov/pressreleases/display.php?releaseid=461 The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office was called to 7325 Valley Lane last night at approximately 8:17 p.m. on a party who had made threats to harm himself and others. When deputies arrived on scene the party, identified as Chris Davis age 37 could not be located. Deputies made several attempts to locate Mr. Davis with no success until they were notified that he had returned to the residence on Valley Lane.