Overview

• On July 10, Nashville police issued Smith a Class A misdemeanor citation for failure to yield after finding no signs of impairment in the June 8 collision that killed 77-year-old Dorothy Dobbins
• Smith published his first public statement on July 11, expressing that his “heart is broken” and announcing a temporary hiatus from live performances
• Attorney Worrick G. Robinson IV confirmed that Smith has fully cooperated with investigators and remains dedicated to honoring Dobbins’ memory through safety advocacy
• City crews have added multiple signs and removed a sight-blocking tree at the 3rd Avenue North crosswalk to improve visibility and prevent future tragedies
• Classifying the charge as a misdemeanor rather than a felony underscores authorities’ conclusion that the fatal crash was accidental and lacked criminal intent