10-08-18 TRAFFIC CRASH / FATALITY - 3607 Cummings Highway
10-08-18 TRAFFIC CRASH / FATALITY - 3607 Cummings Highway
- Vehicle #1, Yamaha motorcycle, was traveling west bound on Cummings Hwy under I-24 overpass.
- Vehicle #2, Buick, was stopped at the bottom of the off ramp from I-24 WB.
- Vehicle #2 entered the intersection to make a left turn onto Cummings Hwy when he was struck in the left rear quarter panel / tire area.
- Rider #1 was vaulted across the back of the vehicle and landed in the west bound lanes.
- Rider #1 was transported to area hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.
- Preliminary roadway evidence and witness interviews show that Vehicle #1 was traveling at a high rate of speed prior to impact with Vehicle #2.
- Occupants of Vehicle #2 suffered minor injuries.The investigation will continue in a logical manner.
Driver of Vehicle #1 (Deceased):
Edward Nathan Denoyes (Male, 40)
Driver of Vehicle #2:
Calvin Lamb (Male, 56)
Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call 423-698-2525. The investigation is ongoing and more information will be released when available.
NOTE: The preceding information is preliminary and is subject to change as the investigation continues.
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