MARIETTA, Ga. — The trucking community and family of 36-year-old Terrell Lowdermilk of Chattanooga, Tennessee, are grieving his sudden and tragic death following a hit-and-run crash on I-75 North early Wednesday morning, August 13, 2025.
According to the Cobb County Police Department, the fatal incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. near the South Marietta Parkway exit. Investigators say two tractor-trailers—one of them driven by Lowdermilk—were involved in a sideswipe collision. Both drivers pulled over to the shoulder, and Lowdermilk stepped out to exchange information with the other truck driver.
Moments later, a pickup truck traveling northbound struck Lowdermilk and sped away without stopping. Despite the rapid arrival of emergency responders, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities believe the suspect’s vehicle is a 2019–2022 Chevrolet Silverado, color unknown, and say it likely has noticeable front-end damage from the impact. Debris recovered from the crash site has been matched to parts from that model. Police are urging the public to come forward with any information and are reviewing traffic camera footage from the area.
Lowdermilk was a seasoned truck driver who friends say embodied professionalism, dedication, and kindness. Those who knew him described him as someone who loved the open road and took pride in his work. His death has sparked an outpouring of tributes from fellow drivers, friends, and family members across social media.
“He was one of the good ones,” one longtime friend wrote. “Always willing to help a fellow driver, always had a smile on his face. This world is going to miss him.”
Others recalled his generosity and loyalty, noting that he often went out of his way to help people both on and off the road.
The investigation into the hit-and-run remains active. Authorities are asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has knowledge of a damaged Chevrolet Silverado matching the description to contact Cobb County Police.
Lowdermilk’s loss is being felt not only in Chattanooga but across the trucking community nationwide—a reminder of the dangers truck drivers face and the lasting impact of their absence on those who loved them.