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11-26-19 UPDATE: ARREST / 11-24-19 Homicide / Shooting - 1600 block Dogwood Drive


Victim (Deceased):

Floyd Preston (Male, 10/10/1949)

Suspect (In Custody):

Marvin Preston (Male, 02/10/1951)

Charge:

Criminal Homicide

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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On November 24, 2019 at approximately 6:01 p.m., Chattanooga Police responded to reports of shots fired in the 1600 block of Dogwood Drive.

 

  • Upon arrival, officers located the victim deceased with an apparent gunshot wound.
  • Officers secured the scene and called for the CPD Violent Crimes Unit to respond.
  • Investigators canvassed the area and are following up on leads.
  • Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call the homicide tip line at 423-643-5100 or submit a tip via the CPD Mobile App. You can remain anonymous.

Victim (Deceased):

(Male, 70)

**Identification pending notification of next of kin**

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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Chattanooga Police Department
3410 Amnicola Hwy.
Chattanooga, TN 37406 (map)

Office hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 AM through 4:30 PM

Emergencies: 911

To report a crime or request assistance: (423) 698-2525

General Information:
(423) 643-5000

Crime Prevention and Community Outreach:
(423) 643-5090

Crime Stoppers Hotline:
(423) 698-3333

Drug Tip Hotline:
(423) 493-BUST (2878)

Homicide Tip Line: 
(423) 643-5100

Homeland Security
https://www.dhs.gov/topic/preventing-terrorism

https://www.dhs.gov/see-something-say-something

 

 

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