12-23-19 Fatal Traffic Crash - 5440 Highway 153
12-23-19 Fatal Traffic Crash - 5440 Highway 153
- Vehicle #1 (Chevrolet 1500) was traveling north in the #1 lane on Hwy 153 through the intersection at Northpoint Blvd.
- A pedestrian crossing Hwy 153 from east to west at Northpoint Blvd. was struck by Vehicle #1.
- Driver of Vehicle #1 and witnesses to the crash stated to CPD Traffic Investigators that the driver was traveling through a green traffic light.
- Hamilton County EMS responded to the scene and pronounced the pedestrian deceased.
- 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.
Pedestrian:
Name withheld pending family notifications (male, 58)
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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