Christian Eduardo Ramirez Death:- Metro Police have identified the pedestrian who was fatally struck by two cars in an Antioch hit-and-run accident over the weekend. The victim was 31-year-old Christian Eduardo Ramirez. The incident occurred on Saturday just before 11 p.m. on Murfreesboro Pike near Ransom Place. Ramirez was struck by two autos when he was walking. One driver waited and helped the authorities, while the other drove away.
Hit-and-Run Driver Identified
The motorist who left the scene has been identified as 18-year-old Christian Barajas-Bautista. Barajas-Bautista’s sister reportedly told the police later that her brother had confessed to assaulting someone while he was staying at her place. In a police interrogation, Barajas-Bautista confirmed that she had struck Ramirez.
Legal Consequences
Barajas-Bautista’s car was seized and he was charged with a state misdemeanor for driving without a license. After the inquiry is over, the police said he might face additional charges, including having his speed at the site of the collision looked into. The driver who remained at the scene will not face any prosecution.
Community Reaction
The sudden death of Christian Eduardo Ramirez has had a significant impact on the community. Locals in Antioch are calling for increased safety measures on Murfreesboro Pike to prevent similar incidents in the future. Metro Police are still looking into the circumstances surrounding the incident. As the investigation continues, further accusations against Barajas-Bautista can surface. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Christian Eduardo Ramirez during this difficult time.
