3-27-21 Suspect in fatal overdose charged with second degree murder

Two others, Alan Horton (38) and Laquishia Espey (31), were charged during the arrest of Sails on March 25, 2021. Allen Horton (38) was charged with Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, Possession of Ecstasy, Disorderly Conduct, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He was booked at the Hamilton County Jail. Laquishia Espey (31) was issued a misdemeanor citation for marijuana possession.

On March 11, 2021, Chattanooga Police responded to a residence in the 2800 block of East 26th Street where 18-year-old Melton Brown was found deceased from an apparent overdose. Since the original call, Narcotics Investigators have conducted extensive follow-up investigation. Their efforts, along with assistance from CPD's Fugitive Unit and U.S. Marshalls Service, led to the arrest and second degree murder charge of Sails. CPD Narcotics officers continue the investigation on this case.

SUSPECT:

Lafredrick Salis (male, DOB: 6/31/81)

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