Pigeon Forge Rod Run Death Investigation
Photo courtesy of WVLT

Pigeon Forge Rod Run Death Investigation

An investigation is underway following the death of a Rod Run participant on the Parkway in Pigeon Forge.

The Pigeon Forge Police Department says a man was traveling on a scooter near the Parkway and Jake Thomas Road late Thursday night when a car door was opened.   Chief Richie Catlett says he’s not sure what was going on at the time but it is a horrible accident.   

The 2024 Spring Rod Run started on Thursday.

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Pigeon Forge Rod Run Death Investigation
Photo courtesy of WVLT

Pigeon Forge Rod Run Death Investigation

An investigation is underway following the death of a Rod Run participant on the Parkway in Pigeon Forge.

The Pigeon Forge Police Department says a man was traveling on a scooter near the Parkway and Jake Thomas Road late Thursday night when a car door was opened.   Chief Richie Catlett says he’s not sure what was going on at the time but it is a horrible accident.   

The 2024 Spring Rod Run started on Thursday.