8-26-21 Traffic Fatality- 5700 Hwy 153
8-26-21 Traffic Fatality- 5700 Hwy 153
- Vehicle #1 (Toyota Corolla) was travelling South on Hwy 153 when it struck Vehicle #2 (Yamaha R1 Motorcycle) in the rear.
- Vehicle #1 then continued South where it sideswiped Vehicle #3 (Nissan Sentra) and subsequently struck two other vehicles who were stopped at a traffic light.
- Driver #1 was pronounced deceased on scene by Hamilton County EMS.
- Several other drivers sustained non life threatening injuries.
- 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.
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Chattanooga Police Department
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