Search ongoing for hit-and-run driver after La Vergne man's death

A 67-year-old man named Orrin Craig Murray was killed in a hit-and-run incident while walking along Old Nashville Highway near Murray Lane in La Vergne, Tennessee, early Thursday morning. Murray, a beloved local known for his daily walks and community ties, was found unconscious and later pronounced dead near his home. The driver responsible fled the scene, prompting an ongoing investigation by the Tennessee Highway Patrol and calls for public assistance in identifying the perpetrator. Neighbors and friends expressed sorrow and frustration, noting both the tragedy of the loss and issues with drivers speeding along the roadway. Authorities have closed the affected stretch of road as the investigation continues and urge anyone with information to contact law enforcement. Family, friends, and neighbors remember Murray as an upright and active member of the community, amplifying the sense of loss and injustice.