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Person Jumps from Bridge Near Aquarium; Search and Rescue Operation Initiated

Source: Hamilton County Public Safety
Riverside, Chattanooga, TN 37406, USA
Summary: A person reportedly jumped off a bridge near the Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga, Hamilton County, Tennessee. Emergency responders, including police and fire departments, coordinated a search and rescue operation using drones and established a command post at Irwin Marina on Riverside Drive. The individual was last seen in the water near the walking bridge and Coolidge Park, wearing a white T-shirt. Security footage from the aquarium was sought to assist in the search. The incident involved multiple agencies and concluded with responders making contact with the individual near Walnut Street, approximately 10-20 feet off the shore.
  1. Rescue and Contact
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  2. Sightings and Location Updates
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  3. Evidence and Search Continue
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  4. Command Post Established and Security Footage Sought
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  5. Initial Report and Search Efforts Begin
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