THP seeks possible witness in apparent hit & run pedestrian fatality
NASHVILLE --- Tennessee Highway Patrol investigators have developed a possible witness who is believed to have pertinent information to the on-going investigation of an apparent hit and run pedestrian fatality on I-40 in Mt. Juliet on Wednesday, August 25, 2010.
Investigators with the THP Critical Incident Response Team (C.I.R.T.) have determined that a blue, possible 2002 or 2003 Nissan Xterra, which was located at Daily’s Market on Bell Road during the early morning hours of August 25th, may have a connection to the victim. Investigators are in the process of enhancing videotape of the vehicle. The video was captured by a surveillance camera at the Daily’s market.
The remains of 43 year-old Harold James Frelix, of Antioch, Tennessee, were discovered on I-40 near milemarker 227 eastbound on the morning of August 25th. Frelix was later positively identified through fingerprint analysis.
At approximately 5:42 a.m., August 25, Mt. Juliet Police responded to two crashes on I-40 eastbound in which vehicles ran off the interstate to avoid the remains of what the motorists thought was a deer. The Mt. Juliet Police Department investigated those crashes. At the request of Mt. Juliet Police, THP is investigating the circumstances surrounding the initial fatality which is still being classified as a possible hit and run. Investigators believe the incident may have occurred sometime between the early morning hours of 3:30 a.m. and 5:15 a.m. Wednesday.
The THP is hoping someone may have witnessed the incident or might be able to provide information helpful to the investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Tennessee Highway Patrol at 615-741-2060.
The Tennessee Department of Safety’s (www.TN.Gov/safety) mission is to ensure the safety and general welfare of the public. The department encompasses the Tennessee Highway Patrol, Office of Homeland Security and Driver License Services. General areas of responsibility include law enforcement, safety education, motorist services and terrorism prevention.
Labor Day closings
The Wilson County Landfill and Convenience Centers and Wilson County Animal Control will be closed Monday, September 6, in observance of Labor Day. Auto emissions testing centers in Wilson, Sumner, Rutherford, and Williamson counties will close Saturday, September 4 and Monday, September 6, in celebration of Labor Day. All stations in those counties will resume testing on Tuesday, September 7, at their regular scheduled hours.
Long Hunter announces Labor Day programs
Long Hunter State Park has announced its program schedule for this Labor Day weekend. All programs are free and open to the public. No reservations are needed.
Long Hunter's main office is located at 2910 Hobson Pike in Hermitage. For more information or directions, contact the park office at (615) 885-2422.
Labor Day weekend schedule:
Movie Night at the Park: A Bug's Life - Friday, September 3rd at 7 PM
Looking for a unique way to beat the heat? Then join us inside the park offfice, kick back & relax, and enjoy a movie about bugs: the classic Pixar animated film A Bug's Life. This film is appropriate for all audiences (Rated G), so kids are welcome. Feel free to bring snacks & drinks. *Please meet at the park office.
Long Hunter's Greatest Hits: The Summer of 2010 - Saturday, September 4th at 4 PM
Join us as we combine several of Long Hunter's most popular summer events into one unique program. We'll take a look at a live snake (and her two new babies), discuss some edible plants (and perhaps have a sample!), play a few games (frisbee, jump rope, water balloon toss, etc.), make some slime, present a brief slideshow of summer wildflowers... and maybe have a few other surprises. This program is suitable for all ages. *Please meet at the park office.
Inland Trail + Glade Trail = End of Summer Hike! - Sunday, September 5th at 6 PM
Two beautiful - but very different - hiking trails. For our final program of the summer season, we'll take nature hikes on two of Long Hunter's most interesting footpaths: the Inland Trail and the Couchville Cedar Glade Trail. The one-mile Inland Trail features deep woods, sinkholes, migrating songbirds, unique plants, and perhaps a greater variety of hickory trees than anywhere else in the park. The one-mile Glade Trail takes us through one of Tennessee's most unique ecosystems, the Couchville Cedar Glade, which features two federally endangered wildflowers: the Tennessee Coneflower and the Leafy Prairie Clover. We'll start at the Inland Trail and then drive to the nearby Glade Trail. *Please meet at Area 4 parking lot.
On Sunday, September 5, former Tennessee Titans wide receiver Chris Sanders will be the guest speaker at the 12:30 p.m. service at Grace Fellowship Church. The congregation, led by Pastor Tim Bryant, conducts services at the Abundant Life Church.
In addition to being a world-class athlete, Sanders is a successful businessman and community activist who has received numerous awards on and off the football field. During his seven years in the National Football League, he had 177 receptions for 3,285 yards and 17 touchdowns. He played in Superbowl XXXIV, made the NFL’s All-Rookie team in 1995 and broke Jesse Owens’ long jump record at Ohio State University.
Sanders is currently a counselor and football coach at Montgomery Bell Academy and encourages his students to be volunteers. He has collaborated with Pastor Bryant as they conducted the first annual “Going Deep” football camp recently at Wilson Central High School.
Sanders tells youth, “I believe you are destined for greatness. Always remember, every decision you make can take you closer to greatness.”
Abundant Life Church is located at 1000 Woodridge Place, near the Mt. Juliet Middle School. For more information call (615) 400-3096.
