A 60-year-old motorcyclist was struck and killed on Lee Highway on Saturday night when a vehicle pulled onto the highway.
At 8:10 p.m., officers from the Chattanooga Police Department's Traffic Division responded to the fatal crash at 5950 Lee Highway involving a 2015 BMW convertible and a 2006 American Ironhorse motorcycle.
Police said Henry Cofrancesco, 33, was driving the 2015 BMW. He was pulling out of the parking lot at 5950 Lee Highway.
When his vehicle pulled out into the road he struck the motorcycle rider, Robert Benedict,
The impact caused substantial damage to both vehicles.
Mr. Benedict was pronounced deceased at the scene.
No charges have been filed at this time.
A blood search warrant was obtained and executed. Police said the results of the chemical test will determine if any charges will be filed related to intoxication.
Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call 423-698-2525.