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3-5-21 Homicide- Shooting- Arrest - 700 East 48th Street


  • Upon arrival Officers located a male party suffering from a gunshot wound and secured the scene.
  • The victim was transported to a local hospital by Hamilton County EMS with life threatening injuries but later succumbed to his injuries.
  • Investigators with the Violent Crimes Unit responded to conduct an investigation.
  • Investigators and Officers developed information regarding a possible suspect as well as a possible location for the suspect.
  • A short time later Officers and Investigators took Marvin Fallins (51) into custody. He is charged with Criminal Homicide and Unlawful Possession of a weapon and is currently in the Hamilton County Jail.
  • Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call the Homicide tip line 423-643-5100 or submit a tip via the CPD Mobile App. You can remain anonymous.

 

Victim:

Frank Usher, Male (29)

Suspect:

Marvin Fallins, Male (12/12/69)

 

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.

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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