6-5-17 Homicide - 1500 block Bailey Ave.

On Sunday, June 4, 2017 at approximately 8:53 p.m. Chattanooga Police were called to a residence in the 1500 block of Bailey Avenue for a deceased person. The following are the preliminary facts of that incident:

• Victim was found in her residence suffering from several apparent lacerations/stab wounds
• While securing the crime scene, officers observed evidence which lead them to a person of interest
• Through further investigation and evidence collected, the person of interest was determined to be the suspect
• Suspect was transported to and booked into the Hamilton County Jail
• Suspect is charged with Criminal Homicide and Tampering with Evidence
• Members of the Violent Crime Bureau are following all actionable leads.

If you have any information concerning this incident, please call the Chattanooga Police Department. You can remain anonymous.

Suspect:

Tyrone Murphy (male, 57)

Victim:

Ashley Cates (female, 30)

Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call 423-698-2525. 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.