Conner Smith receives a misdemeanour citation over a fatal accident

Conner Smith has been issued a misdemeanour state citation over a fatal accident last month.

The 24-year-old country singer's pickup truck struck 77-year-old Dorothy Dobbins as she walked on a marked crosswalk on 8 June and she later died in hospital, and on Thursday (10.07.25), the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department (MNPD) issued a citation for failure to yield resulting in a fatality.

Conner's lawyer, Worrick G. Robinson told People magazine in a statement: “Conner is incredibly grateful to the MNPD for their time and efforts to carefully investigate this tragic accident and has continued to cooperate at all times.

“His thoughts remain with Ms. Dobbins’ family, and he remains committed to honouring her memory with compassion by supporting efforts to improve pedestrian safety and help prevent future tragedies.”

A source noted the misdemeanour charge, rather than a felony, underscored a lack of criminal intent and said Conner is "encouraged" by the improvements Nashville authorities have made at the scene of the accident, including removing a tree that obstructed the view of the crosswalk, marking the area more clearly, and adding multiple signs.

The insider also told the outlet the Creek Will Rise hitmaker "respects" the local community's support for Dorothy and her family, and the ongoing push for safety improvements.

Following the accident, which happened on the last night of the four-day CMA Fest, police confirmed Conner showed "no signs of impairment" but the preliminary contributing factor to the fatal accident was the I Hate Alabama singer's failure to give the pedestrian the right of way.

At the time, Conner sent his condolences to Dorothy's family.

His attorney Worrick told E! News: “On June 8th, Mr. Smith was involved in a car accident that tragically claimed a life.

"His heart goes out to Ms. Dobbins’ family during this incredibly difficult time.

“Mr. Smith continues to cooperate fully with the ongoing investigation.”

Earlier in the weekend, Conner had performed at the CMA Fest, and the singer - who married Leah Thompson last year - admitted getting on stage was a career highlight because of his fond memories of attending the event in previous years.

He told American Songwriter: “I just remember coming down here and watching people on that stage and dreaming about it, and looking up to the guys on that stage.

"And then when you get to be up there and see people come in and pack out that lawn for you, it feels really cool.”