Tree falls on CPD patrol vehicle

CFD, CPD and Public Works rushed to help a Chattanooga police officer Thursday morning. On May 9, 2024, at 8:18 AM, the officer was on routine patrol in the 1600 block of Hixson Pike when a tree fell on his patrol vehicle. The officer was unable to exit the vehicle, so he requested assistance. Chattanooga Fire Department's Red Shift Battalion 3, Squad 1, Squad 19, Squad 20, and Engine 16 responded to the scene. Chattanooga Public Works was in the area working to clear debris with a front end loader. CPD and CFD requested assistance from Public Works to lift the tree off of the CPD patrol vehicle. Once the tree was lifted off of the vehicle, the officer was able to open the door and get out of the vehicle. Hamilton County EMS transported the officer to a local hospital with minor injuries. CPD's Traffic Unit responded to conduct the investigation.