ROME, Ga. Sandra Lee Fincher, 70, of Rome, Georgia, died Tuesday morning after she was struck by a vehicle while walking along Shorter Avenue, according to Rome police.
The fatal pedestrian crash happened shortly before 7 a.m. on September 22, 2026, in the 1900 block of Shorter Avenue. Police said the collision involved Fincher and a white passenger vehicle.
Fincher died at the scene from injuries sustained in the crash.
Sandra Lee Fincher Identified After Rome Crash
Authorities identified the pedestrian as Sandra Lee Fincher, 70, of Rome.
Earlier Tuesday, the Rome Police Department had asked for assistance in locating Fincher’s next of kin at the request of the Floyd County Coroner’s Office. Police later confirmed that her family had been located.
The identification brought an update to an investigation that had initially focused on determining the identity of the woman killed in the crash.
What Happened on Shorter Avenue?
According to police, Fincher was struck by a white car in the 1900 block of Shorter Avenue just before 7 a.m.
Members of the Rome Police Department’s Accident Investigation Team and Traffic Unit responded to the scene and processed the area. The crash caused periodic traffic delays along Shorter Avenue during the investigation.
Authorities have not released a detailed account of what led to the collision.
Was Anyone Charged in the Crash?
As of the latest available reports, police had not announced whether the driver of the vehicle would face criminal charges.
The identity of the driver has also not been publicly released. Investigators with the Rome Police Department’s Accident Investigation Team continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the fatal pedestrian collision.
Sandra Lee Fincher Obituary Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full name | Sandra Lee Fincher |
| Age | 70 |
| Residence | Rome, Georgia |
| Date of death | September 22, 2026 |
| Location of crash | 1900 block of Shorter Avenue, Rome, Georgia |
| Incident | Fatal pedestrian crash |
| Vehicle involved | White passenger vehicle |
| Place of death | Crash scene |
| Cause of death | Injuries sustained in the pedestrian collision |
| Next of kin | Located by authorities |
| Driver identified publicly | No |
| Criminal charges | Not announced |
| Investigation | Ongoing |
Investigation Into Sandra Lee Fincher’s Death
The circumstances surrounding Fincher’s death remain under investigation.
Police have not yet provided additional details about the events immediately before the collision or indicated whether the driver will face charges. Investigators may release further information as the case develops.
For now, authorities have confirmed Fincher’s identity and her death following the September 22 pedestrian crash on Shorter Avenue.
Disclaimer
This article is based on information released by the Rome Police Department and current local reporting concerning the September 22, 2026, pedestrian crash. The investigation remains ongoing, and information about the driver, circumstances of the collision and any potential charges may change as authorities continue their investigation. Tributenews does not speculate about unconfirmed details.