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Published on July 01, 2024
Nashville Man, 64, Dies in Head-On Collision on Murfreesboro Pike, Medical Episode SuspectedSource: Google Street View

A tragic event unfolded on Murfreesboro Pike this past Saturday when a 64-year-old Nashville man died following a two-vehicle head-on collision. The Nashville Police Department reported that the collision occurred at approximately 10:20 p.m. in a 2800 block of the pike. The man, whose name has not been released pending the notification of next of kin, was behind the wheel of a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze heading southbound before veering into oncoming traffic. He collided with the driver of a 2020 Toyota RAV4. The Nashville Police Department's preliminary investigation suggests the Cruze was moving at a slow pace just prior to the crash.

In an interview with the authorities, the driver of the RAV4 claimed that the Cruze was traveling very slowly right before the impact. He did not sustain injuries, and there was very little damage to either of the vehicle involved. The Nashville Police are still investigating the incident but have indicated that there is a possibility that the deceased may have suffered a medical episode just before the crash, which could explain why the car drifted into oncoming traffic.

Following the collision, the driver of the Cruze was quickly transported to Southern Hills Medical Center. There, doctors assessed his condition and speculated on the potential medical episode that might have led to the grisly accident. To provide clear answers, toxicology testing will be conducted as part of the routine investigation into the factors contributing to the crash.

Individuals with any information regarding the collision are encouraged to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation. The Nashville Police can be reached with any relevant details that might aid in constructing a clear understanding of the events that led to the untimely death.