4-4-21 Traffic Fatality - 9301 Lee Highway
4-4-21 Traffic Fatality - 9301 Lee Highway
- Vehicle #1 (Chevy Avalanche) was on Lee Hwy south waiting to turn left onto Ooltewah Ringgold Rd.
- Vehicle #2 (Harley Davidson) was traveling north on Lee Hwy in the right lane passing heavy traffic.
- Driver of Vehicle #1 made a left turn as Vehicle #2 entered the intersection causing Vehicle #2 to strike Vehicle #1 and ejecting the rider (motorcyclist).
- After impact, Vehicle #1 struck Vehicle #3 (Toyota Rav 4).
- Rider of Vehicle #2 was taken to a hospital via Hamilton County EMS with critical, life-threatening injuries.
- Passenger in Vehicle #1 was entrapped in vehcile and extricated by Tri-Comm Fire Department.
- Driver and passenger of Vehicle #1 were also taken to a hospital by Hamilton County EMS.
- Driver of Vehicle #3 did not report injuries on scene.
- CPD Traffic Unit was notified that the motorcyclist succumbed to his injuries later on April 3, 2021.
- 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, 22
Passenger Vehicle #1
Female, 22
Driver/Rider Vehicle #2:
Male, 51
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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