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New York Post
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Country singer Conner Smith cancels shows as he faces misdemeanor in fatal Nashville crash
In the wake of a tragic accident that left a 77-year-old woman dead, rising country music star Conner Smith has been issued a misdemeanor citation for failure to yield, resulting in a fatality. The 24-year-old artist, who was behind the wheel during the deadly Nashville crash in June, took to social media to break his silence as he grieved and mourned the loss of Dorothy Dobbins. Advertisement 'Four weeks ago, I was involved in a tragic vehicle accident that resulted in the loss of a life,' Smith penned in an Instagram post on July 11. 'Not a day has gone by that I haven't grieved, prayed, and mourned for Ms. Dobbins and her family.' The 'Creek Will Rise' singer leaned on his faith as he expressed the emotional toll of the accident. 'My heart is broken in a way I've never experienced, and I still struggle to fully process the weight of it all,' he wrote. 'I ask that you continue to lift the Dobbins family up in prayer by name, asking for God's peace to surround them each day.' 3 Country music singer Conner Smith took to social media after the Nashville car crash he was in last month, which killed Dorothy Dobbins. Getty Images for Big Machine Label Group Advertisement In the aftermath of the accident, Smith made the decision to cancel multiple shows in Ohio. He explained that he needed time to grieve and focus on his emotional well-being. While he pointed out that performing has often served as a source of healing for him, he acknowledged that this moment required him to take a step back. 'Out of respect for everyone involved and to give space for grieving, I made the decision to step away from shows these past few weeks. I have always found that making music and playing shows is a place of healing for me – but for this moment, it was important for me to take time away. 3 'My heart is broken in a way I've never experienced, and I still struggle to fully process the weight of it all,' Smith wrote. 'I ask that you continue to lift the Dobbins family up in prayer by name.' Getty Images for Big Machine Label Group Advertisement Smith, who has been open about his faith and how it's shaped his response to the tragedy, continued to reflect on how God's presence has helped him through this difficult time. 'I'm thankful to serve a God who is near to the brokenhearted, and I have leaned on Him every step of the way,' Smith wrote. 'Through tragedy, I have learned that God is more faithful than I could have ever known before.' The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department (MNPD) issued Smith a misdemeanor citation Thursday for failure to yield, resulting in a fatality. 3 Smith cancelled his shows in Ohio to grieve and focus on his emotional well-being following the crash. Getty Images for Stagecoach Advertisement Smith's attorney released a statement to Fox News Digital, expressing the country singer's deep gratitude for the MNPD's careful investigation. The statement additionally highlighted Smith's ongoing commitment to supporting Dobbins' family while working to prevent future tragedies. 'Conner is incredibly grateful to the MNPD for their time and efforts to carefully investigate this tragic accident and has continued to cooperate at all times,' the statement read. 'His thoughts remain with Ms. Dobbins' family, and he remains committed to honoring her memory with compassion by supporting efforts to improve pedestrian safety and help prevent future tragedies.' Last month, Smith struck and killed Dobbins, who was crossing the street near her home when the incident occurred. He was driving a Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck when he hit the elderly woman as she was crossing the street in downtown Nashville, according to a press release shared by the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department at the time. Dobbins was transported to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where she died.
Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Yahoo
Nashville police find man shot dead in Murfreesboro Pike parking lot
A man was found shot dead in a the parking lot of a South Nashville liquor store the early morning of July 12, Nashville police said. A second man later arrived at the hospital with a gunshot wound related to the same shooting. Police officers are pursuing strong leads regarding the shooting, Metro Nashville Police Department spokesperson Don Aaron said. Nashville police received a call at 4:14 a.m., reporting a shooting at 2622 Murfreesboro Pike, the site of a liquor store about 200 yards from the intersection with Bell Road, according to a table of MNPD's dispatches. Aaron said officers were dispatched to the address for gunshots being heard and a person on the ground. More: Why '9-1-1: Nashville' filming is closing Korean Veterans Memorial Bridge this weekend More: I-24 westbound reopened in La Vergne after law enforcement investigation shut down road "On arrival, a male subject was located in the parking lot fatally shot," Aaron wrote in an email. Later that morning, a "another male subject arrived at Southern Hills hospital with a gunshot wound related to this," he said. Aaron said strong leads are being pursued and more information will be released later July 12. Have questions about the justice system? Evan Mealins is the justice reporter for The Tennessean. Contact him with questions, tips or story ideas at emealins@ This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Police find man shot dead in Murfreesboro Pike parking lot
Perth Now
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Conner Smith receives citation over fatal accident
Conner Smith has been issued a misdemeanour state citation over a fatal accident last month. The 24-year-old country singer's pickup truck struck 77-year-old Dorothy Dobbins as she walked on a marked crosswalk on 8 June and she later died in hospital, and on Thursday (10.07.25), the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department (MNPD) issued a citation for failure to yield resulting in a fatality. Conner's lawyer, Worrick G. Robinson told People magazine in a statement: 'Conner is incredibly grateful to the MNPD for their time and efforts to carefully investigate this tragic accident and has continued to cooperate at all times. 'His thoughts remain with Ms. Dobbins' family, and he remains committed to honouring her memory with compassion by supporting efforts to improve pedestrian safety and help prevent future tragedies.' A source noted the misdemeanour charge, rather than a felony, underscored a lack of criminal intent and said Conner is "encouraged" by the improvements Nashville authorities have made at the scene of the accident, including removing a tree that obstructed the view of the crosswalk, marking the area more clearly, and adding multiple signs. The insider also told the outlet the Creek Will Rise hitmaker "respects" the local community's support for Dorothy and her family, and the ongoing push for safety improvements. Following the accident, which happened on the last night of the four-day CMA Fest, police confirmed Conner showed "no signs of impairment" but the preliminary contributing factor to the fatal accident was the I Hate Alabama singer's failure to give the pedestrian the right of way. At the time, Conner sent his condolences to Dorothy's family. His attorney Worrick told E! News: 'On June 8th, Mr. Smith was involved in a car accident that tragically claimed a life. "His heart goes out to Ms. Dobbins' family during this incredibly difficult time. 'Mr. Smith continues to cooperate fully with the ongoing investigation.' Earlier in the weekend, Conner had performed at the CMA Fest, and the singer - who married Leah Thompson last year - admitted getting on stage was a career highlight because of his fond memories of attending the event in previous years. He told American Songwriter: 'I just remember coming down here and watching people on that stage and dreaming about it, and looking up to the guys on that stage. "And then when you get to be up there and see people come in and pack out that lawn for you, it feels really cool.'
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Yahoo
1 brought to hospital following Garfield Street shooting, Metro police say
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Authorities responded to a report of a shooting near Nashville's Germantown area Saturday evening. According to Metro Nashville dispatch, the incident was called in just after 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 28 from the 800 block of Garfield Street. MNPD: 1 dead, 1 in critical condition after South Nashville shooting News 2 spoke to an officer at the scene who said one person was transported to the hospital after the shooting. A Metro Nashville Police Department spokesperson later reported that a man sustained a non-life-threatening injury after being shot in the shoulder. The suspects allegedly fled the scene after the shooting. Detectives are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this incident. No additional details have been released. 📲 Download the News 2 app to stay updated on the go.📧 Sign up for WKRN email alerts to have breaking news sent to your inbox.💻 for Nashville, TN and all of Middle Tennessee. This is a developing story. WKRN News 2 will continue to update this article as new information becomes available. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Yahoo
1 brought to hospital following Garfield Street shooting, Metro police say
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Authorities responded to a report of a shooting near Nashville's Germantown area Saturday evening. According to Metro Nashville dispatch, the incident was called in just after 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 28 from the 800 block of Garfield Street. MNPD: 1 dead, 1 in critical condition after South Nashville shooting The Metro Nashville Police Department confirmed one person was transported to the hospital after the shooting, but there's no word on that individual's current condition. No additional details have been released about this shooting. 📲 Download the News 2 app to stay updated on the go.📧 Sign up for WKRN email alerts to have breaking news sent to your inbox.💻 for Nashville, TN and all of Middle Tennessee. This is a developing story. WKRN News 2 will continue to update this article as new information becomes available. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
