12-4-18 TRAFFIC CRASH / FATALITY - 5100 block of Hixson Pike
12-4-18 TRAFFIC CRASH / FATALITY - 5100 block of Hixson Pike
- Vehicle 2 (Harley Davidson) was traveling north on Hixson Pike in the right lane.
- Vehicle 1 (GMC) was in the center turn lane in front of Karl’s Restaurant.
- Vehicle 1 made a left turn from Hixson Pike south with the intention of turning into Karl’s.
- Vehicle 1 turned in front of Vehicle 2 causing the crash.
- The rider of Vehicle 2 was thrown from the bike.
- The rider of Vehicle 2 was declared deceased on scene by Hamilton County EMS.
- The driver of Vehicle 1 stated he never saw Vehicle 2 before making his turn.
- The driver of Vehicle 1 remained on scene and is cooperated with police.
- This investigation is active and will continue in a logical manner.
Driver of Vehicle #1:
James Webb (Male, 86)
Driver of Vehicle #2 (Deceased):
Thomas Allison (Male, 55)
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.
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NOTE: The preceding information is preliminary and is subject to change as the investigation continues.
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