Cheatham Deputy Killed In Fatal Crash Friday

Cheatham Deputy Killed In Deadly Crash Friday

CHEATHAM COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn Information) – A tragic motorcar accident Friday afternoon has claimed the lifetime of a Cheatham County Sheriff’s Deputy, in keeping with the Tennessee Freeway Patrol.

In line with the THP, the crash occurred on Freeway 41-A close to the Oak Plains Rd/Carmel Rd cut up round 2:30 pm. MAP

In line with THP PIO Invoice Miller, 50-year-old Deputy Stephen Reece was making an attempt to cross 41A from Oak Plains Rd over to Carmel Rd when the crash occurred. In line with Miller, when Deputy Reece entered the intersection he was struck by one other car touring South on Hwy 41A. The impression brought about the Deputy’s car to overturn. Deputy Reece was pronounced deceased on the scene. The opposite car concerned within the crash is described as a Ford Econoline E-250 Van and, in keeping with Miller, the motive force, Jose Vilchiz, 38, from Madison, TN was transported to an area hospital for remedy. His accidents weren’t thought of to be life-threatening.

“That is the saddest day for Cheatham County,” mentioned Cheatham County Sheriff Michael Breedlove. “He was one of the vital wonderful folks that we now have ever had in our workplace. He got here on prepared to show a whole lot of the youthful officers. He was a tremendous man, a great husband and father, so we’re hurting tonight.”

Reece had simply joined the Cheathan County Sheriff’s Workplace again in April. In line with Breedlove, Reece was an skilled legislation enforcement skilled who began his profession on the Metro Nashville Police Division in 2001.

Smokey Barn Information has additionally discovered that Reece hung out as an Officer with the Millersville Police Division.

UPDATE: The investigating company, the Tennessee Freeway Patrol is releasing extra details about the accident.

In line with the THP, Deputy Stephen Reece, driving a CCSO Ford Explorer, was touring East on Oak Plains Highway and did not cease on the cease signal. A Ford Econoline E-250 Van touring South on Freeway 41A crashed into the motive force’s aspect of Reece’s car. Each autos got here to relaxation on the Southeast aspect of Freeway 41A. The investigation continues to be ongoing.

In line with the THP, Vilchiz won’t be charged.

Neighborhood response:

Robertson County Sheriff; “Our ideas and prayers are with the household of Cheatham County Deputy Stephen Reece, and your complete Cheatham County Sheriff’s Workplace throughout this tragic time.”

Robertson County Emergency Medical Companies; “Our ideas and prayers are with the household of Cheatham County Deputy Sheriff Stephen Reece and your complete Cheatham County Emergency Service group throughout this tragic time.”

Robertson County Emergency Administration; “Prayers to the Cheatham County Sheriffs division, household, and buddies. If there’s something we are able to will we are right here!”

Metropolis of Millersville Police Dept.; “Our deepest condolences exit to the Cheatham County Sheriff’s Workplace and the household and buddies of Deputy Stephen Reese. Deputy Reese was killed as we speak after being concerned in a site visitors accident whereas in his patrol car. Deputy Reese was beforehand employed with the Millersville Police Division and shall be significantly missed.”

Millersville Hearth Division; “We’ve labored aspect by aspect with this advantageous officer. Might his household and buddies discover peace and luxury throughout this tough time. Relaxation simple brother Reece, We’ve acquired it from right here.”

Portland TN Police Division; “Our ideas and prayers exit to the Cheatham County Sheriff’s Workplace, and the household of the deputy killed within the line of obligation tonight.”

Coopertown Police Division; “We’re saddened to study of the dying of a Cheatham County Sheriff Deputy earlier as we speak. We’re praying for the deputy’s household, buddies, and fellow officers.”

The ideas and prayers of the workers at Smokey Barn Information shall be with the household and buddies of Stephen Reece as they face the times forward.