A tragic two-car crash on South Church Street in Murfreesboro has resulted in one fatality. According to FOX17, the incident took place between Rushwood Drive and Broad Street on Thursday night. The identity of the deceased man has not been disclosed by the Murfreesboro Police as of yet.
TRAFFIC ALERT
— Murfreesboro TN Police Department (@MboroPoliceDept) November 8, 2024
All lanes of S. Church Street from Rushwood to Broad are closed due to a serious injury crash. Three people were taken to the hospital, one with serious injuries. Expect traffic delays. If you were planning to travel in that area, find an alternate route. pic.twitter.com/MPNTYIn6bp
An update from the Murfreesboro Police Department, as reported by WSMV, indicated that, despite initial reports of three hospitalizations, there were no other injuries from the crash. The Fatal Accident Crash Team is currently carrying out an ongoing investigation into the crash's circumstances. The department has previously warned that the accident had caused significant road closures along the affected stretch.
Further elucidating the event, WKRN detailed that the Murfreesboro Police Department alerted the public to the crash shortly after 8 p.m. on Thursday. Following the accident, at least one individual had sustained serious injuries that ultimately proved fatal.
As the investigation unfolds, traffic disruptions will likely continue. Police have suggested for motorists to seek alternate routes in the meantime. While the exact duration of the road closure remains uncertain, crews are working diligently to clear the scene and restore normal traffic flow. Additional information is expected to be released as the Fatal Accident Crash Team proceeds with their inquiry.
