Justice Garrett, 15, dies in pedestrian accident on May 2 on Tidmore Bend Road in Gadsden
Modified Date:
Wed, 09/24/2014 - 11:32amAccident Date:
Thursday, May 1, 201415-year-old Gadsden girl dies after being struck by vehicle
A 15-year-old Gadsden girl died Friday night after authorities say she was struck by an SUV.
Etowah County Deputy Coroner Michael Head said the vehicle hit Justice Garrett about 8:05 p.m. on Tidmore Bend Road at Chadwick Street. Garrett, who was wearing dark clothing, apparently hit her head on the side of the vehicle as she crossed the road.
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A 15-year-old Gadsden girl died Friday night after authorities say she was struck by an SUV.
Etowah County Deputy Coroner Michael Head said the vehicle hit Justice Garrett about 8:05 p.m. on Tidmore Bend Road at Chadwick Street. Garrett, who was wearing dark clothing, apparently hit her head on the side of the vehicle as she crossed the road.
She died later at Gadsden Regional Medical Center at 10:04 p.m. Authorities do not suspect alcohol or foul play to be a factor.
"It was strictly an accident," he said. "They just didn't see her."
Police are still investigating.
Type: Pedestrian Accident
People Involved:
Justice Garrett
Roadway:
Tidmore Bend Road at Chadwick StreetCity:
Gadsden, ALCounty:
Etowah County, ALArea:
Birmingham, AL
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