Cleveland, TN – A suspect in an aggravated domestic assault case was taken into custody early Thursday morning after fleeing a crash and hiding from deputies, according to the Bradley County Sheriff’s Office.
According to the sheriff’s office, deputies responded to a report of aggravated domestic assault at a residence on Bent Tree Drive Northwest at approximately 5:50 a.m. Thursday. While en route, deputies were advised that the suspect had already fled the scene in a vehicle.
Authorities said the suspect later crashed the vehicle into a residence along Blue Springs Road before running from the scene on foot. Due to the wooded terrain and early-morning conditions, the Bradley County Sheriff’s Office deployed a drone to assist in the search.
Officials said the drone helped locate the individual near Blue Springs Church Road, where the suspect was safely apprehended without further incident. No additional injuries were reported during the arrest.
The Tennessee Highway Patrol is now handling the investigation into the vehicle crash, while the domestic assault case remains under investigation by local authorities. The suspect’s name, charges, and details about the victim have not yet been released.
Law enforcement officials did not indicate whether the suspect remains in custody or if additional charges related to the crash may be filed. Authorities emphasized that the investigation is ongoing.
Residents in the area may have noticed an increased law enforcement presence during the early morning hours as deputies and troopers worked to secure the scene and locate the suspect.
Officials said no further information is available at this time, and updates will be released as details are confirmed.
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