16-year-old Kristian Correa-Gomez of White Bluff sadly passed away following a car crash on Monday night. The crash occurred on Highway 70 South at Charlotte Pike. According to report, Correa-Gomez was driving a Dodge Charger at a high speed when it crossed into oncoming traffic, collided with a utility pole, and rolled multiple times into the field.
Correa-Gomez died at the scene, and police say a toxicology test will be performed to establish whether impairment had a role in the incident.
We’ll keep you updated when further information on service and memorial becomes available.