BOLIVAR COUNTY, Miss. — The Bolivar County community is mourning after a fatal pedestrian crash early Sunday morning claimed the life of 34-year-old Edward M. Triplett of Clarksdale.
Mississippi Highway Patrol officers responded to the incident at approximately 5 a.m. on August 31 along U.S. Highway 61 near Duncan. Authorities reported that a 2018 Dodge Charger, driven northbound by 22-year-old De’Anthony Brown of Alligator, MS, struck Triplett. Emergency responders transported Triplett to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. Brown did not sustain any injuries in the crash.
The Mississippi Highway Patrol confirmed that the incident remains under active investigation. At this time, officials have not released additional information regarding contributing factors such as speed, visibility, or roadway conditions.
Friends, family, and the local community are grappling with the sudden loss of Triplett. Authorities encourage anyone with information about the crash to contact the Mississippi Highway Patrol to assist in their investigation.
This tragic event serves as a somber reminder of the importance of roadway safety for both pedestrians and drivers. Residents are urged to exercise caution, remain vigilant, and follow all traffic safety guidelines to prevent similar incidents in the future.