10-11-19 Seeking Community's Assistance - Locating Driver in Fatal Traffic Crash
10-11-19 Seeking Community's Assistance - Locating Driver in Fatal Traffic Crash
On October 7, 2019, suspect, Douglas Gass, fled from Fort Oglethorpe Police Department in a vehicle pursuit and crashed. Gass left his passenger to die from injuries sustained in the crash. Due to the crash occurring within the city of Chattanooga and subsequent fatality, the Chattanooga Police Department’s Traffic Unit responded to take over the investigation. Warrants are on file for multiple charges, including Vehicular Homicide, through Chattanooga Police Department and Georgia law enforcement agencies.
If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of driver, 23-year-old Douglas C. Gass, or this crash, please contact the Chattanooga Police Department at (423) 698-2525 or submit an anonymous tip using the free Chattanooga PD app. Anyone providing information can remain anonymous.
The incident is still under investigation and this preliminary information is subject to change.
SUSPECT:
Douglas C. Gass
DOB: 02/05/96
Chattanooga Police Department
3410 Amnicola Hwy.
Chattanooga, TN 37406 (map)
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