Stephen E. Hobbs Obituary, Death – A tragic accident occurred on the Interstate 549 overpass in Fort Smith Friday morning, resulting in the death of a cyclist. The Fort Smith Police Department identified the victim as 68-year-old Stephen E. Hobbs, a long-time resident of Fort Smith known for his active, outdoors lifestyle.
The incident took place at approximately 7:30 a.m. when Hobbs was riding his bicycle eastbound on the overpass. He was struck by a vehicle traveling behind him. Despite the tragic outcome, the driver involved in the accident has been cooperating fully with authorities, and no charges have been filed at this time.
Hobbs was well-regarded in the Fort Smith community, where he had lived for many years. His active involvement in outdoor activities made him a familiar face to many residents. The police are continuing their investigation, and further details may emerge as they work to determine the exact circumstances of the collision.