On Thursday, two people suffered injuries following a traffic collision in Knoxville.
As per the initial information, the two-vehicle crash took place at about 7:30 p.m. on Rutledge Pike near Shipetown Road. According to the first responders, one driver was pinned in the vehicle for approximately 40 minutes as a result of the accident.
Both drivers were rushed to the trauma center for treatment of their injuries. One of the victims sustained life-threatening injuries. Lane on westbound of State Route 1 was shut down as crews worked at the scene. Drivers were advised to avoid the area. No other details are immediately available.
The cause of the crash is under investigation.
July 15, 2022
Source: WATE