Orrin Craig Murray dies in fatal Rutherford County hit-and-run crash
Orrin Craig Murray dies in fatal Rutherford County hit-and-run crash
Fatal Rutherford County hit-and-run crash death of Orrin Craig Murray – Obituary
Authorities are actively searching for the driver involved in a deadly hit-and-run incident that took the life of 67-year-old Orrin Craig Murray early Thursday morning along Old Nashville Highway, near Murray Lane, in Rutherford County.
Murray, a La Vergne resident, was walking near his home when he was fatally struck by a vehicle sometime between 1 a.m. and 6 a.m., according to the Tennessee Highway Patrol. The driver did not stop and fled the scene.
Christine Murray, a lifelong friend and neighbor, spoke fondly of Orrin, recalling their shared history in the neighborhood and as members of the same motorcycle club. She described him as a kind and upright man who stayed active in his later years, often walking to a nearby store multiple times each day.
“He was always on foot, walking this road daily,†Christine shared. “We’d sit and talk about old times whenever he passed by.â€
The news of his sudden death has left the community shaken and seeking answers. Christine expressed deep sorrow and a plea for accountability, saying, “Whoever did this should face justice. It’s terrible to leave someone like that.â€
Investigators are urging anyone who may have seen the incident or has any information about the vehicle or driver involved to contact the Tennessee Highway Patrol Emergency Dispatch at 615-744-309 and ask for Trooper Lloyd Elliott.
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