Charges Dropped Against Country Singer Conner Smith After Fatal Car Accident That Left Senior Dead

Rolling Stone

by Charisma Madarang

February 20, 2026

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Country singer Conner Smith has had charges related to a fatal pedestrian accident dropped following an incident last summer in Nashville, where he struck and killed 77-year-old Dorothy “Dot” Dobbins. The Davidson County District Attorney General’s Office confirmed that the misdemeanor citation against Smith was withdrawn at the request of Dobbins’ family. This decision marks the conclusion of a legal chapter tied to the tragic event. The incident occurred on June 8, 2023, when Smith, driving his Chevrolet Silverado truck, failed to yield and struck Dobbins at a crosswalk in Germantown, Nashville. Emergency medical technicians rushed her to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where she later passed away. Following the crash, Smith was issued a misdemeanor citation by the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department. However, after months of consideration, the family’s request led to the charges being dropped. In a statement released through his attorney, Worrick G Robinson IV, Smith expressed deep regret for the tragedy, acknowledging the profound impact on Dobbins’ family and the Germantown community. He emphasized his gratitude for having the opportunity to connect with Dot’s family and convey his sincere condolences. While relieved that the legal process has ended, Smith remains committed to supporting the victims’ family through prayer. The case gained attention not only for its fatal outcome but also for Smith’s public reflection on the emotional toll of the accident. In a podcast interview, he described the incident as an “intense, intense trauma,” comparing

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Originally published on Rolling Stone on 2/20/2026