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Former NFL Player Arrested for Murder in Hamilton County

By Ronni Chase Feb 7, 2026 | 12:44 PM

The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office has arrested former NFL player Darron Lee for the murder his girlfriend.  Deputies were called to a residence in Ooltewah  Thursday afternoon (2/5/2026) where they found a deceased female. Preliminary findings indicate the victim’s death was the result of a homicide. Lee has been charged with First-Degree Murder and Tampering with Evidence. (Photo courtesy HCSO.)