Jackson, MS (September 7, 2024) – A 60-year-old man, Ricky Hart, was fatally struck by a vehicle on I-55 North near the Woodrow Wilson Ave exit. The tragic incident occurred early Friday morning, September 6 as confirmed by Hinds County Coroner Sharon Grisham-Stewart.
The crash temporarily blocked the northbound lanes of I-55, but traffic resumed by 6:15 a.m., according to Capitol Police officials at the scene. Emergency services quickly arrived, but Hart succumbed to his injuries.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident. More information is expected as the investigation progresses.