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CBS News
04-07-2025
- CBS News
Colorado investigators detail events leading up to deadly fiery crash on I-70
Colorado State Patrol investigators released more details Friday about what happened leading up to Thursday's deadly fiery crash on I-70 in the high country. The crash between a RAM camper utility van hauling a trailer and a semi truck hauling an empty trailer happened about 1:30 p.m. Thursday in the westbound lanes of I-70 before the Eisenhower-Johnson Memorial Tunnels. A vehicle fire closed westbound lanes of I-70 at mile marker 218. CDOT According to CSP, the RAM was traveling westbound on I-70 in the right lane when it weaved onto the shoulder and struck the rear of the semi's trailer where the semi was parked. The semi was pushed forward slightly. The RAM caught fire and was engulfed in flames, with the driver and the dog trapped inside. Both the dog and the driver died. That person's identity has not been released. The driver of the semi did not report any injuries. Cars are seen backed up on Interstate 70 in the foothills late Thursday afternoon. CBS The cause of the crash is still being investigated by the CSP Vehicular Crimes Unit. Both the westbound and eastbound lanes were closed after the crash. Eastbound lanes reopened about an hour after the crash. Westbound lanes remained closed for several hours, causing miles-long backups as people hit the road for the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Conner Smith Nashville Car Accident Explained
Reports are circulating that country singer Conner Smith was part of a vehicular accident that resulted in the death of a 77-year-old pedestrian, and people want to know about the details. Smith is known for his studio album, Smoky Mountains, which came out in 2024. According to the authorities, Smith was driving the Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck that killed a 77-year-old woman in a crosswalk on a street in Nashville, Tennessee, on June 8, 2025. The local police shared a release that says that the victim, Dorothy Dobbins, was a resident of Nashville and that she was crossing the roadway inside a marked crosswalk on 3rd Avenue North at about 7:30 p.m. when the incident happened. Dobbins reportedly didn't live far from where the incident took place. She was subsequently taken to the Vanderbilt University Medical Center for treatment, but she passed away. As per the release mentioned above, 'The preliminary contributing factor for this crash appears to be Smith failing to yield the right of way to the pedestrian. He showed no signs of impairment.' Smith, 24, has been active in the music industry since 2021 and is currently signed to Big Machine Records' Valory label, through which he released Smoky Mountains. The album reached the 42nd spot on Billboard's Top Country Albums chart. It features 12 tracks, including hits such as 'Creek Will Rise' and 'I Hate Alabama.' Smith's wife, Leah Thompson, is a noted professional surfer. The local police have stated that the investigation into the incident is currently ongoing. At the time of this article's composition, no charges have been filed against Smith. In a statement, Smith's attorney expressed the singer's condolences to Dobbins' family. The statement reads, 'His heart goes out to Ms. Dobbins' family during this incredibly difficult time. Mr. Smith continues to cooperate fully with the ongoing investigation.' (via USA Today) The post Conner Smith Nashville Car Accident Explained appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
What Happened to Conner Smith? Nashville Car Accident Explained
Reports are circulating that country singer Conner Smith was part of a vehicular accident that resulted in the death of a 77-year-old pedestrian, and people want to know about the details. Smith is known for his studio album, Smoky Mountains, which came out in 2024. According to the authorities, Smith was driving the Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck that killed a 77-year-old woman in a crosswalk on a street in Nashville, Tennessee, on June 8, 2025. The local police shared a release that says that the victim, Dorothy Dobbins, was a resident of Nashville and that she was crossing the roadway inside a marked crosswalk on 3rd Avenue North at about 7:30 p.m. when the incident happened. Dobbins reportedly didn't live far from where the incident took place. She was subsequently taken to the Vanderbilt University Medical Center for treatment, but she passed away. As per the release mentioned above, 'The preliminary contributing factor for this crash appears to be Smith failing to yield the right of way to the pedestrian. He showed no signs of impairment.' Smith, 24, has been active in the music industry since 2021 and is currently signed to Big Machine Records' Valory label, through which he released Smoky Mountains. The album reached the 42nd spot on Billboard's Top Country Albums chart. It features 12 tracks, including hits such as 'Creek Will Rise' and 'I Hate Alabama.' Smith's wife, Leah Thompson, is a noted professional surfer. The local police have stated that the investigation into the incident is currently ongoing. At the time of this article's composition, no charges have been filed against Smith. In a statement, Smith's attorney expressed the singer's condolences to Dobbins' family. The statement reads, 'His heart goes out to Ms. Dobbins' family during this incredibly difficult time. Mr. Smith continues to cooperate fully with the ongoing investigation.' (via USA Today) Originally reported by Tamal Kundu on ComingSoon. The post What Happened to Conner Smith? Nashville Car Accident Explained appeared first on Mandatory.
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Yahoo
Milwaukee toddler struck by vehicle, dies; driver sentenced to probation
The Brief A Milwaukee man accused of striking a 2-year-old child with his SUV pleaded guilty on Friday, June 6. Laron Lawrence entered the plea and was sentenced to 18 months probation. The charge in this case stems from a incident on Milwaukee's northwest side in November 2024. MILWAUKEE - A Milwaukee County judge sentenced Laron Lawrence on Friday, June 6 to 18 months probation in connection with the death of a 2-year-old boy on Milwaukee's southwest side last November. Lawrence pleaded guilty during Friday's court appearance to a single count of knowingly operate a vehicle without valid license-cause death. The judge sentenced Lawrence to one year at the Community Reintegration Center, but that sentence was stayed. Instead, the court opted for probation. What we know Lawrence was accused of striking a 2-year-old child with his SUV near 60th and Hustis in Milwaukee in November 2024. The child died from his injuries. According to the criminal complaint, at about 12:25 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 13, police were sent to an accident near 60th and Raintree. Upon arrival, they found a 2-year-old child lying in the roadway after being struck by a truck. He was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android Witnesses told police that they saw a GMC Yukon traveling southbound on 60th Street when the child suddenly appeared in the roadway in front of the Yukon. The Yukon braked and swerved but appeared unable to avoid striking the child. The Yukon stopped after the accident and remained on scene, per the complaint. Officers determined that the child lived in an apartment in the area. The window to the apartment had been left open, and the child had climbed out and wandered unsupervised into the roadway. The complaint goes on to say that police spoke to the defendant, Laron Lawrence, who admitted being the driver of the Yukon. He admitted that he did not have a driver's license. He admitted the same things in a later interview with detectives. He said that he was on his way back to work when the child darted out in front of him, and he was unable to avoid hitting him, despite his efforts to avoid the child. The Source The information in this post was provided by Wisconsin Circuit Court Access as well as previous FOX6 News coverage.
Yahoo
31-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Parents Charged with Involuntary Manslaughter After Their Son, 7, Dies While Crossing the Street
Two parents in North Carolina are facing multiple charges after their 7-year-old son was hit by an SUV while he was crossing a street unsupervised and later died from his injuries The boy was with his brother, 10, when they were allegedly trying to cross a portion of the road without a crosswalk Jessica Ivey, 30, and Samuele Jenkins, 31, have been charged with involuntary manslaughter, felony child neglect and misdemeanor child neglectTwo North Carolina parents are facing multiple charges after their 7-year-old son was hit and killed by an SUV as he crossed a street unsupervised. Jessica Ivey, 30, and Samuele Jenkins, 31, were charged with involuntary manslaughter, felony child neglect and misdemeanor child neglect on Thursday, May 29, according to Gaston County Sheriff's Office public records. They are both being held on a $1.5 million bond. Gastonia Police said they responded to reports of a vehicular crash involving a pedestrian on West Hudson Boulevard just before 6 p.m. local time on Tuesday, May 27, per WBTV. Upon arriving, they found that the 7-year-old child had been attempting to cross the street in an area of the road without a crosswalk when he was hit by an SUV driven by a 76-year-old woman. The boy was with his 10-year-old brother at the time. Police further told the outlet that the child was transported to a local hospital and was then transferred to Levine Children's Hospital in Charlotte, where he later died around 10 p.m. Authorities told WBTV that adults must be held accountable in these types of incidents and should ensure their children are in a safe environment. Want to keep up with the latest crime coverage? Sign up for for breaking crime news, ongoing trial coverage and details of intriguing unsolved cases. The driver of the SUV has not been charged at this time, per WCNC. The initial court date for both Ivey and Jenkins was scheduled for Friday, May 30, per public records. PEOPLE reached out to the Gaston Police Department as well as the Gaston County Sheriff's Office on Saturday, May 31, but did not receive an immediate response. Read the original article on People
