Chattanooga Police makes arrest after shooting investigation
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga Police (CPD) have made an arrest after a shooting investigation.
The shooting occurred in the 2900 block of Rossville Boulevard, on September 21, 2024 at 3:17 a.m.
CPD responded to the scene and found a 32-year-old man with non life-threatening injuries.
Hamilton County EMS responded to the scene and took the man to a local hospital.
CPD’s Homicide Unit and their Crime Scene Unit responded to conduct an investigation.
CPD reported the preliminary information from the investigation revealed a disorder and a vehicle crash occurred before the shooting.
The suspect who shot the victim left the scene in a vehicle.
CPD was able to get a description of the suspect from witnesses.
Officers searched the area and were able to find the vehicle at a residence.
The suspect was inside the residence, and exited following officers commands.
After the Homicide Detective gathered enough evidence, Hector Lopez-Garcia has been charged with:
- Aggravated Assault
- Reckless Endangerment
- Possessing a Firearm with Intent to Go Armed
He was arrested and is currently being held at the Hamilton County Jail and Detention Center.
