10-23-20 Traffic Fatality - 1000 I-75 NB
10-23-20 Traffic Fatality - 1000 I-75 NB
- Vehicle #1 (Chevy Silverado) was travelling North on I-75 near the 9.4 mile marker when it struck a deer crossing the roadway.
- The driver of Vehicle 1 then pulled to the emergency lane to assess the damage to the vehicle.
- After assessing the damage, Vehicle 1 then re-entered Interstate 75 in the far right lane
- Upon re-entering the roadway, Vehicle 1 was struck by Vehicle 2 (Toyota Corolla).
- This impact caused Vehicle 1 to spin to the left toward the concrete median. As it was spinning across the roadway Vehicle 1 was struck by several more vehicles before coming to rest in the roadway.
- Multiple parties were transported to the hospital by Hamilton County EMS with non life threatening injuries.
- Driver 1 suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased on the scene.
- 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.
- The investigation is ongoing and will continue in a logical manner.
Driver Vehicle #1:
Male, 62 (Deceased)
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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