NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Three people were injured early Friday morning in a crash that shut down a section of Interstate 40 in West Nashville. The incident, which occurred around 12:15 a.m. near mile marker 202, involved a tractor-trailer and a disabled vehicle that collided with the median and a Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) electronic sign gantry.
At least three individuals sustained injuries, though the severity of their conditions has not been disclosed. Two victims were transported to TriStar Skyline Medical Center, while the third was taken to Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
The crash caused significant damage to the TDOT infrastructure, and inspectors have been called to assess the extent of the destruction. As a result, the westbound lanes of I-40 remain closed, with no clear timeline for when they will fully reopen.
The tractor-trailer involved in the crash was carrying 40,000 pounds of car parts, which now need to be offloaded before the wreckage can be cleared from the roadway. TDOT officials have not provided an estimate for when the area will be cleared and traffic can resume normal flow.
Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes and remain cautious as authorities work to investigate and restore the roadway.
