The Chattanooga Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in locating LaJeffery Romane Sparks, who is wanted for First Degree Murder of a 42-year-old man.
On October 5, 2024 at 12:38 a.m., police responded to a Person Shot call in the 4100 block of Fagan St. Once on scene, officers conducted life saving measures until EMS arrived and transported the victim to a hospital. The victim was later pronounced deceased at the hospital.
The Chattanooga Police Department has an active arrest warrant for LaJeffery Romane Sparks. The charges include First Degree Murder, Possession of a Firearm During a Felony, and Unlawful Possession of a Weapon by a Felon. He was also named to the TBI's Most Wanted list on November 18, 2024.
Anyone with information about Sparks' whereabouts is urged to call the Chattanooga Police Homicide Tipline at 423-643-5100, Tennessee Bureau of Investigation at 1-800-TBI-FIND, or Greater Chattanooga Area Crime Stoppers at 423-698-3333.
Currently there is a reward of up to $7,500 for information leading to his arrest. Anyone providing information can remain anonymous.
The TBI Most Wanted poster includes Sparks' physical description.
