La VERGNE, TN (WGNS) – Drivers in La Vergne hit an unexpected snag Tuesday (2/17/2026) afternoon when police issued a traffic alert for Waldron Road—right as the evening commute was gearing up. The timing couldn’t have been worse for anyone trying to get home before dark.
Just before peak drive-time, officers responded to the 930 block of Waldron Road, where a vehicle had gone off the roadway. The situation forced police to shut down the area for several hours while they worked to safely manage the scene. A tow truck was brought in to remove the vehicle, and officers stayed on-site directing traffic and keeping the area secure.
For much of the afternoon, drivers were rerouted or stuck in slow-moving backups as crews worked to clear the roadway. Waldron Road is one of La Vergne’s busiest connectors, especially for commuters traveling between I‑24, Murfreesboro Road, and the industrial corridor, so even a short closure can ripple across the area…