TSU football player killed by hit and run driver, police say

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Tennessee State University football player was killed walking across Gallatin Pike early Sunday morning by a hit-and-run driver, Metro Nashville Police said.

The university’s athletics department confirmed that Chazan Page, 20, died after being struck by the car.

“He helped bring out the best in others with his outstanding leadership on and off the field, positive attitude, and genuine care for the people around him. It is extremely difficult to lose a member of our athletics family, and we mourn the loss of Chazan,” TSU Director of Athletics Dr. Mikki Allen said in a statement. “Chazan Page will be deeply missed by our Big Blue family, as he was a phenomenal young man and leader who made everyone around him better. My thoughts and prayers are with our football student-athletes, coaches, families and friends.”

Chazan Page will be deeply missed by our Big Blue Family, as he was a phenomenal young man and leader who made everyone around him better.

My thoughts and prayers are with our football student-athletes, coaches, families and friends.

🙏🏾 ~62 https://t.co/Okz0epjvgF

— Dr. Mikki Allen (@mikkiallen_) April 14, 2024

Police said Page, of Nashville, was crossing Gallatin Pike at 1:30 a.m. near Marion Avenue when he was struck by a red sedan or possibly a small SUV traveling north on Gallatin Pike at a high rate of speed. The vehicle will have significant front-end damage. Page was transported to TriStar Skyline Medical Center where he died.

Page played in 28 career games for TSU, starting all 11 games the last two seasons. He was expected to be an anchor of the offensive line going into his senior season. He played high school at Lipscomb Academy.

Can’t even find the words 💔. Please pray for the Page Family. We will miss you Chazan 😔😭.

— Coach Jamie Graham (@CoachJamieG) April 14, 2024

Anyone with information about the hit and run driver or red vehicle is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 615-742-7463. Callers can remain anonymous and qualify for a cash reward.

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