February 26, 2024 in Local, Top Stories

DETAILS RELEASED OF VEHICLE PURSUIT STARTING IN CUMBERLAND COUNTY THAT LEFT ONE DEAD, ONE INJURED

The Tennessee Highway Patrol released information on a vehicle pursuit last night by a Cumberland County deputy that ended with one deceased and another injured.

The pursuit started in Cumberland County in the area of Mt. Roosevelt Road after the deputy observed erratic driving from a motorist in the vehicle with suspicion of driving under the influence.

Troopers say a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt driven by 74-year-old Charles T. Hughett was actively eluding the deputy traveling north on Airport Road near Blake Road in Morgan County.

Items were thrown out of the window of the Cobalt while reaching speeds of over 100 miles an hour.

The Cobalt left the road while negotiating a curve. The vehicle impacted a dirt pile.

After striking it, the vehicle flipped over multiple times before coming to rest on its right side in a ditch.

Morgan County medics and Morgan County Rescue Squad also responded to assist at the scene.

Charles Hughett was airlifted to U.T. Medical Center for treatment of injuries.

A passenger with him, 47-year-old Brandon S. Hughett, lost his life in the crash after being ejected from the vehicle.

Troopers say charges are pending against Charles Hughett.

Both individuals have multiple warrants outstanding in Cumberland and Morgan counties and a lengthy criminal history involving multiple felony convictions.

The deputy involved in the pursuit was not hurt.



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