Harold R. Melton, 45, of Calhoun, died from injuries sustained when his car crashed Wednesday morning.
Personnel with the Bradley County Sheriff’s Office, Bradley County EMS, and Bradley County Fire & Rescue responded to the 400 block of Upper River Road in reference to a single vehicle crash at 8:52 a.m. Wednesday.
First responders located Mr. Melton inside of the crashed vehicle. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. There were no other occupants.
A preliminary investigation revealed Mr.
Melton lost control of his 1999 red Camaro while negotiating a curve, then struck a tree.
The Bradley County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit is leading the investigation, while the Tennessee Highway Patrol is providing assistance.