Man Pleads Guilty to Illegal Weapon Possession | Chattanooga News

Benjamin Cook Senior’s life just took a dramatic turn after pleading guilty to unlawful weapon possession — a far less severe charge than the attempted murder he originally faced — leading to a three-year prison sentence. The incident, which occurred during a family sledding trip on Birchwood Pike in January 2025, involved shots fired with no injuries, but the legal fallout was serious. Cook claims the weapon was on his property, but the court focused on the illegal possession, sending a clear message: even without physical harm, brandishing a firearm carries heavy consequences. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a7a1f797ffd03b1f