THP Searches for Vehicle in Giles County Pedestrian Fatal
Wednesday, May 13, 2009 | 04:38am
NASHVILLE --- The Tennessee Highway Patrol is asking for the public’s help in locating a vehicle and driver that may be connected to a deadly crash that involved a pedestrian. It happened on Highway 31 South in Elkton, TN, Friday morning, May 9, 2009.
At approximately 1:15 a.m., 19 year-old Christopher A. Michaels of Huntsville, Alabama, was standing in the roadway when he was apparently struck by a vehicle, possibly a tractor-trailer. According to investigators, Michaels’ Mazda pick-up truck was parked near the gas pump at David’s Mini Market on Highway 31 in Elkton.
The THP is hoping someone may have witnessed the incident or might be able to provide information helpful to the investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Tennessee Highway Patrol at 931-766-1425, ext 1.
The Tennessee Department of Safety’s mission is (www.TN.Gov/safety) to ensure the safety and general welfare of the public. The department encompasses the Tennessee Highway Patrol, Office of Homeland Security and Driver License Services. General areas of responsibility include law enforcement, safety education, motorist services and terrorism prevention.