01-09-17 Woman Arrested for False Fire Alarm
01-09-17 Woman Arrested for False Fire Alarm
BCBS representatives told the fire investigator that they estimated the false alarm cost the company approximately $251,000 due to lost work and several injury claims that were filed as a result of the evacuation. After being formally charged at Chattanooga's fire administration building around noon, Ms. Coleman was transported to the county jail for booking. Chattanooga police assisted with the investigation and arrest.
* Note to media: Ms. Coleman's DOB is 4-11-82.
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