UAW Member Dies After Being Hit by Vehicle

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On October 22nd 2019, at approximately 6:15am, The Columbia Police Department responded to a motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian on the Southgate overpass of The General Motors Manufacturing Plant. The details of the crash are still currently under investigation. The Columbia Police Department is being assisted by The Tennessee Highway Patrol in this investigation.

Roy McCombs, 55 years of age, a resident of Columbia, has been identified as the pedestrian involved in this crash and sadly, has succumbed to injuries sustained. McCombs was an employee of General Motors Manufacturing, and was present to participate in strike duty. Preliminary investigative details and witness statements suggest that McCombs was not actively picketing at the actual moment of the crash, but attempting to cross the roadway near the picket line. The driver of the motor vehicle involved was a parent taking children to the daycare located on General Motors property. General Motors Manufacturing, UAW, and the driver of the motor vehicle are all cooperating with this investigation.

The complete details of this crash are still actively being investigated. Anyone with any information pertaining to this tragic crash is encouraged to contact The Columbia Police Department.

The UAW released the following statement.

“Roy A. McCombs tragically lost his life today on a picket line standing up for a better life for himself and his coworkers. On behalf of the UAW, we offer condolences to Brother McCombs and family, friends and co-workers. Today’s accident is heartbreaking for UAW Spring Hill members. We will continue to work to ensure that safety is a priority on the picket line.”