82-year-old man in critical condition after being run-over by own car

An elderly man is presumed to be in critical condition after he was run-over by his own car.

The Hamilton County Sheriffs Office responded to the call around 5:30 this afternoon to the incident at 9075 Brittany Farm Lane in Ooltewah. Upon arrival, Deputies found Earl Williams, 82, severely injured after his car rolled completely over him.

According to statements, Williams and his wife were returning home when they noticed some wild turkeys near a barn near their home. As Williams exited his car to get a better look at the turkeys, the vehicle began to move knocking him to the ground. Williams’ was then pulled under the vehicle as it proceeded to roll completely over him.

Williams was air-lifted by the LifeForce helicopter to an area hospital.

Little is know of Williams’ injuries at this time, but he is presumed to be in critical condition.

Police are ruling the incident as an accident.