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Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash on Rossville Boulevard

A 61-year-old man died Saturday evening after being struck by two vehicles on Rossville Boulevard, Chattanooga police said.

Police responded to 3710 Rossville Blvd. at 6:30 p.m. after a report of a person struck in the area. According to a release, Joe Carter was traveling in a wheelchair in the roadway when he was first hit by a green Chevrolet Suburban and then struck again by a silver SUV.

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Police said both vehicles fled the scene and have not yet been located. Emergency services transported Carter to a hospital, where he died from his injuries.

The investigation is ongoing, and police ask anyone with information to call 423-698-2525.

— Compiled by Kiara Green