Antione Hampton dies in fatal Hickory Hill car crash
Fatal Hickory Hill crash death of Antione Hampton – Obituary
Reckless driving has surged into the spotlight in Memphis following a deadly accident in Hickory Hill earlier this week.
The crash on Sunday claimed the lives of three individuals and left five others injured. Among the deceased was 22-year-old Antione Hampton. Police reports indicate that Hampton’s aggressive, erratic driving was the primary cause of the collision.
A Facebook video taken by Hampton just an hour and a half before the crash shows him recording cars spinning and performing donuts in the street while giving a thumbs down.
► WATCH VIDEO FROM ANTIONE HAMPTON’S FACEBOOK ACCOUNT HERE
According to WREG, Memphis Police had recently intensified their efforts against reckless driving with a major crackdown and numerous arrests over Memorial Day weekend.
“One moment, officers arrive from multiple directions, flashing their sirens, and people just scatter,” recounted one local resident.
“They have seized vehicles,” noted Mayor Paul Young. “They’re targeting those who cause chaos and disrupt our community.”
The recent crash has raised questions about further measures needed to combat reckless driving. Bennie Cobb, a retired Shelby County Sheriff’s Captain, advocates for more stringent and immediate consequences for offenders.
“There must be severe, prompt punishment from law enforcement to set a clear example for those operating these dangerous vehicles on public streets,” Cobb emphasized. “We need to escalate our response with substantial measures.”
Cobb also suggested the use of helicopters and drones to track down reckless drivers, and emphasized the need for public awareness of the repercussions for those who break the law.
The police are seeking witnesses to the fatal accident and anyone else involved in reckless driving.
If you have any information that could aid the investigation, please contact CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH.
Fatal Hickory Hill crash death of Antione Hampton – Obituary Reckless driving has surged into the spotlight in Memphis following a deadly accident in Hickory Hill earlier this week. The crash on Sunday claimed the lives of three individuals and left five others injured. Among the deceased was 22-year-old Antione Hampton. Police reports indicate that…
Fatal Hickory Hill crash death of Antione Hampton – Obituary Reckless driving has surged into the spotlight in Memphis following a deadly accident in Hickory Hill earlier this week. The crash on Sunday claimed the lives of three individuals and left five others injured. Among the deceased was 22-year-old Antione Hampton. Police reports indicate that…