The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is investigating a deadly crash involving pedestrians that resulted in one woman’s death.

At approximately 9:20 p.m. Saturday, CPD’s Traffic Unit responded to reports of a crash involving pedestrians in the 300 block of E Main Street. The preliminary investigation indicates a group of people were using a crosswalk when a pickup truck hit two individuals. 

Hamilton County EMS transported both patients to the hospital. One victim was treated for non-life threatening injuries. The other victim, an 88-year-old woman, later succumbed to her injuries. 

The driver, Reginal Cousin Jr (DOB: 11/16/1966), was arrested and charged with Driving Under the Influence, Aggravated Assault, Reckless Endangerment, Vehicular Assault, Pedestrians’ Right-of-Way in Crosswalks, Failure to Exercise Due Care, and Light Law Violation. Additional charges are pending. 

This information is preliminary and subject to change as the investigation continues. Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call 423-698-2525.

The charges and allegations referenced in this release are merely accusations of criminal conduct, not evidence. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt and convicted through due process of law.