Roane County, TN – The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) has released a preliminary report on a fatal pedestrian incident that occurred on January 12, 2025, at 7:48 PM on Roane State Highway.
According to the report, a 2000 Chevy Blazer traveling westbound struck a pedestrian who had entered its lane of travel. The driver of the Chevy Blazer, identified as 38-year-old David Redwine, was not injured in the incident. A passenger in the vehicle, Bethany Redwine, and a juvenile passenger, age 10, were also unharmed. All occupants of the vehicle were reportedly wearing seat belts at the time of the crash, and no charges are pending for the driver.
The pedestrian, identified as 44-year-old Timothy S. Slaven, sustained fatal injuries in the collision. The vehicle came to a controlled stop on the right shoulder of the roadway following the incident.
THP’s investigation into the crash is ongoing. No charges have been filed at this time. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Prior story on the incident