Man dies in early morning I-75 crash in Chattanooga

A man died Thursday morning following a crash during heavy traffic on I-75, according to a news release from the Chattanooga Police Department.

Officers responded to the crash at around 6 a.m. It was determined that the victim was traveling north on the interstate when his vehicle collided with the rear of a tractor-trailer that had slowed to a stop due to heavy traffic, the release states.

The 35-year-old man was pronounced dead on the scene.

Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call 423-698-2525 or submit a tip via the CPD Mobile App. Tipsters can remain anonymous.

— Compiled by Tierra Hayes