“I’ll think of something you sh– head.” -- Read the list of charges filed against man terrorized by cop while saving wife at hospital

News Channel 9
Jun. 23, 2010

The Chattanooga Police Department issued a statement and dismissed charges against a man who was rushing his wife to Erlanger for medical care. The following is from Spokesperson Lt. Kim Noorbergen:

"Charges of traffic violations, evading arrest, assault on a police officer, reckless endangerment, disorderly conduct and registration violation have been dismissed against Jessie Wright. These charges stem from the incident that occurred at Erlanger Hospital on June 16th, just after midnight.

Hamilton County District Attorney General Bill Cox and Chattanooga Police Department Chief Rawlston have reviewed the incident and concluded the necessity for Mr. Wright to reach the hospital with his wife was greater than the offenses he was charged and arrested for.

At the direction of Chief Rawlston the Internal Affairs Division will continue the Internal Affairs investigation and will also take a look at policy and procedures involving these types of incidents, supervisory responsibilities and training issues.

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