5-27-17 Pedestrian Struck/Fatality - 5300 Hwy 153 South

On May 26, 2017 at 11:36 p.m., Chattanooga Police responded to a traffic crash involving a pedestrian struck. The following are the preliminary facts of that incident:

• A Honda Civic (Vehicle #1) was traveling southbound on Highway 153 in the middle lane with other traffic in adjacent lanes
• A pedestrian, wearing dark clothing, was crossing from the northbound side of the roadway and was struck by Vehicle #1
• HCEMS responded to the scene and determined that the pedestrian had succumbed to his injuries
• Preliminary investigation and witness accounts suggest that Vehicle #1 could not have stopped in time due to her peripheral vision being obscured by vehicles in adjacent lanes of travel
• The pedestrian's dark clothing was also a factor due the the low light conditions
• Officers with the CPD Traffic Division are actively investigating this crash and following all actionable leads

Pedestrian:

Richard Anderson II (male, 29)

Driver #1:

Kesley Hamilton (female, 20)

Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call 423-698-2525. 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.