Pedestrian Killed in Chattanooga Accident
Chattanooga police said a 42-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Lee Highway on the night of October 23 and later died of his injuries.
Candice BondThe Chattanooga Police Department said a 42-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Lee Highway in Chattanooga on the night of October 23 and later died of his injuries.
The Friday Night Crash on Lee Highway
Police said the man was hit at about 7:15 p.m. in the 7000 block of Lee Highway. Traffic investigators said the man was crossing the road when a northbound Jeep Grand Cherokee struck him. Paramedics took him to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries, and he later died. Police said the SUV's driver remained there and worked with investigators.
Where the Chattanooga Police Inquiry Stands
The crash remains under investigation, and police said the information is preliminary and subject to change. The man's name has not been released. The Chattanooga Police Department asked anyone with information about the crash to call 423-698-2525.
Vehicles from a serious crash are often towed to a secure lot and held for inspection. That is a standard step, and the vehicles can be held for weeks.
From an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice.Lost someone in a crash like this?
Here is what families in Tennessee usually need, in the order it comes up.
Death certificates. The funeral home or the family can order them, and banks and insurers each usually want a copy.
Crash report. The crash report is usually ready a few weeks after the crash, and you can still get it later.
Funeral costs. Every state has a victim fund that pays funeral costs after some crashes, and the fund decides who qualifies.
Survivor payments. If the person who died had worked, their spouse or children may get monthly Social Security payments. Applying early matters.
Insurance offer. You can turn down the insurer's first offer and ask for more.
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