Grundy County, TN – Hit-and-Run Tragedy: Cyclist Bobby Dan Green Struck and Left to Die by Speeding Vehicle, Driver Fled the Scene, Arrest Made Days Later
GRUNDY COUNTY, TN – A peaceful evening ride turned into a tragic and senseless loss when Bobby Dan Green, 48, was struck by a speeding vehicle on March 31, 2025, in Grundy County. Green, a local resident and avid cyclist, was riding his bike along Rock Avenue near the intersection of Main Street when the driver, later identified as 25-year-old Haley Layman, collided with him at high speed.
The impact of the crash threw Green to the ground, and he was left critically injured on the dark, cold pavement, alone and vulnerable. Layman, however, did not stop to render aid or check on the injured cyclist. Instead, she fled the scene, leaving Green to suffer without assistance.
Police were called to the scene by witnesses who heard the crash and rushed to help. Emergency responders arrived shortly thereafter and quickly transported Green to the local hospital, but despite their best efforts, he succumbed to his injuries.
The incident has shaken the local community, leaving friends, family, and residents of Grundy County devastated by the senseless act. The police launched an immediate investigation, and after a few days of intense searching, they were able to track down and arrest Haley Layman, who now faces charges related to the hit-and-run incident.
Layman has been charged with vehicular manslaughter, leaving the scene of an accident, and reckless driving, among other offenses. Authorities are working diligently to gather all the details surrounding the crash and bring justice to Bobby Dan Green’s family.
This tragic accident has prompted local officials to renew calls for stricter enforcement of traffic laws, as well as increased awareness around the dangers that cyclists face on the road. Community leaders and family members are also advocating for more protections for vulnerable road users, including cyclists and pedestrians.
As the investigation continues, the grief-stricken family of Bobby Dan Green is left to mourn the untimely and unnecessary loss of a beloved father, friend, and community member. His family has expressed their shock and pain, sharing heartfelt tributes to honor his memory, and they are calling for justice in the wake of this senseless tragedy.
The case remains under investigation, and authorities urge anyone with additional information to come forward as they work to ensure justice for Bobby Dan Green.