7-1-19 Fatal Traffic Crash - 500 South Holtzclaw Avenue
7-1-19 Fatal Traffic Crash - 500 South Holtzclaw Avenue
On July 1, 2019 at approximately 12:24 p.m., the Chattanooga Police Traffic Division responded to 500 South Holtzclaw Avenue on a report of a fatal motor vehicle crash. Upon arrival, the following information was obtained through observation, interview, and investigation.
- Vehicle #1 (Ford Taurus) was traveling south on S. Holtzclaw Ave when the driver failed to stop for a red light and entered the intersection of S. Holtzclaw Ave and Bailey Ave.
- Vehicle #2 (Volvo S60) was traveling west on Bailey Ave and struck Vehicle #1 in a "t-bone" manner when it entered the intersection.
- Vehicle #2 had the green light at the time of this collision.
- Hamilton County EMS responded to the scene and pronounced Driver #1 deceased on the scene.
- Driver #2 was transported to a local hospital.
- At this time, no charges are being filed against Driver #2.
- Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call 423-698-2525 or submit a tip via the CPD Mobile App. You can remain anonymous.
Driver 1 (Deceased):
(Male, 61)
*Release of name pending next of kin notification*
Driver 2:
Jerome Golson (Male, 62)
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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