A serious crash on Interstate 24 westbound in Clarksville Thursday evening resulted in injuries and major traffic delays, authorities have confirmed. The incident, which occurred just before 5:30 p.m. near mile marker 8, involved a man getting struck by a vehicle while attempting to hitch a trailer on the highway shoulder, according to WSMV. The victim was reportedly pinned between his truck and the car that hit him from behind.
The man sustained injuries to his upper abdomen and lower leg and was initially taken to Tennova Healthcare-Clarksville before being flown to a Nashville hospital for further treatment. The extent of his injuries remains unclear as of the latest updates. The westbound lanes of I-24 were immediately closed, and traffic was diverted at Exit 8, leading to considerable backups and officials urging drivers to seek alternate routes.
The WKRN report added that the Tennessee Department of Transportation confirmed the roadway closure was due to a rollover crash. The Clarksville Police Department (CPD), who responded to the accident, has yet to release further details about the crash or the current condition of the injured individuals…