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.