8-25-19 Traffic Crash / Pedestrian Struck (Officer Involved) - 7000 block Highway 153
8-25-19 Traffic Crash / Pedestrian Struck (Officer Involved) - 7000 block Highway 153
- Vehicle 1 (Chevrolet Corvette) was traveling north on Highway 153 in light rain.
- Vehicle 2 (Lexus SUV) was traveling south on Highway 153 in the right travel lane.
- Based on witness statements and roadway evidence, Vehicle 1 lost control and slid sideways into oncoming traffic where it struck vehicle 2.
- Hamilton County EMS responded and transported driver of Vehicle 1 to a local hospital with serious injuries.
- Police on the scene were working the crash when Vehicle 3 (Chevrolet Pickup), traveling south on Highway 153 approached the crash.
- Driver of Vehicle 3 drove through the active crash scene and struck a Chattanooga Police Officer.
- Driver of vehicle 3 stopped and remained on scene, fully cooperating with traffic investigators.
- Hamilton County EMS responded and transported the Officer to a local hospital.
- The investigation into both crashes is on going and will continue in a logical manner.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 (Chevy Corvette):
James Upton (Male, 61)
Driver 2 (Lexus SUV):
Sherry West (Female, 50)
Driver 3 (Chevy Pickup):
Billy Burroughs (Male, 60)
Pedestrian (CPD Officer):
Investigator Jeffrey Buckner (Male, 33)
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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