Country music star kills woman in crash
Country music star Conner Smith has been involved in a fatal car accident in his native Nashville, killing a woman as she walked along a pedestrian crossing, according to US entertainment site People.com.
The Metropolitan Nashville Police department released a statement saying Smith was driving his Chevrolet on June 8 when he struck the 77 year old woman as she crossed the road.
It is believed the crash was caused by Smith failing to give right of way to the woman as she, the Police department said.
The woman, who lived in the area where the incident took place, was taken to a nearby university medical centre where she later died. Conner Smith performs to a receptive crowd. Credit: Instagram
The investigation into the incident is ongoing and no charges have been laid against Smith for the time being as he continues to cooperate with Police.
In a statement shared with People, Smith's legal team confirmed the incident.
'His heart goes out to Ms. Dobbins' family during this incredibly difficult time,' the statement said.
There is no suggestion Smith was under the influence of alcohol or any other drugs or distracted by his phone.
Smith was born and raised in Nashville and was nominated for New Male Artist of the Year at the 2024 Academy of Country Music Awards, and in the same year was featured on the soundtrack to the hit movie Twisters.
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