TPD Investigates Traffic Crash on Capital Circle South East (UPDATE)
December 03, 2018
Update - 12/4/2018 at 1:28 p.m.
As the investigation continues, investigators are releasing the name of the pedestrian and driver involved in this accident. This is still an active investigation and TPD investigators are continuing to process evidence collected from the crash scene. They are urging anyone who may have information about the crash to please contact them at (850) 891-4200 or via Crime Stoppers at (850) 574-TIPS.
Pedestrian/ Deceased
Teresa A. Karam | YOA: 74
Driver
Hannah J. Hodges | YOA: 23
Vehicle
2010 Hyundai Elantra
Original Release
The Tallahassee Police Department is currently investigating a traffic crash which occurred near the 400 block of Capital Circle Southeast. Emergency responders immediately provided medical attention to the pedestrian, who was transported to a local hospital. Sadly, the pedestrian succumbed to their injuries.
Traffic Homicide Investigators have been called to the scene and have assumed the investigation. All south bound lanes near the 400 block Capital Circle South East have been closed. Motorist are urged to avoid the area and take alternate routes.
TPD is asking anyone who may have witnessed the crash, but did not speak with an officer on scene, or anyone with information about the accident to please call (850) 891-4200 and ask to speak with the Traffic Homicide Unit. They may also remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at (850) 574-TIPS. This is an active investigation and TPD will provide updates when they are available.
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