Two people are facing animal cruelty charges in Walker County following a welfare check on several horses. Walker County Animal Control officers launched a two-day investigation after receiving complaints about malnourished horses at a property just outside Rossville, at 44 Manor Lane. Raul Rodriguez, 47, has been charged with 12 counts of animal cruelty, while Belinda Rodriguez, 56, faces 11 counts. Officers found multiple horses in poor condition, showing signs of emaciation, open wounds, missing fur, and inflamed skin—clear evidence of neglect. A veterinarian examined the animals and confirmed they were suffering from pain due to lack of proper care. However, the vet said the neglect did not appear to be intentional. After the owners agreed to surrender the animals, authorities removed a total of four horses, three donkeys, two mini-horses, two pigs, a rabbit, and several chickens and goats from the property. The animals most in need of urgent care were taken to TMMA Farms & Sanctuary in Trion, while the others were placed with a livestock rescue organization.
Ringgold police say they have identified a suspect in the recent flagpole theft, but no arrests have been made yet. In a Facebook post, the Ringgold Police Department confirmed that the man seen in surveillance video has been identified. However, authorities have not released his name, and the investigation is ongoing. Police say there are no further updates at this time,
A stolen motorcycle from Ringgold was unexpectedly found this week in a Pisgah, Alabama. A Pisgah woman woke up to find a 2017 Harley Davidson Street Glide Special parked in her yard — a motorcycle that had been reported stolen from Headrick Road in Ringgold. She immediately called police. Catoosa County Sheriff Gary Sisk says there was no damage to the bike, and no suspects have been identified at this time. The motorcycle has since been towed back to Ringgold, where its owner has been reunited with it. Authorities are still investigating how the bike made its way from Ringgold to Pisgah. If you have any information, you’re asked to contact the Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office.
Six Felony arrests in Walker County on Tuesday. Among those arrested, 31-year-old Gumaro Gomez. Gomez was booked on possession of a firearm by a felon and giving a false name. Two people were arrested on possession of meth charges. 31-year-old Brandy Lashay Shahan and 32-year-old Nakota Luke Pete.