A serious motor vehicle collision on I-240 near Airways sent two women to the hospital with life-threatening injuries yesterday evening. Action News 5 reports that the Memphis Police Department responded to the incident at approximately 5:46 pm. In a statement obtained by FOX13 Memphis, officials relayed that the two female victims were transported in critical condition to Regional One Hospital.
While the investigation continues, no further information on the cause of the accident or the condition of the women has been released. WREG reported on the visible aftermath of the wreck, which adds to a troubling trend of traffic incidents on Memphis roadways.
With traffic disruptions expected to follow, motorists are advised to seek alternate routes and follow updates from the Memphis Police Department. The circumstances surrounding the crash remain part of an ongoing investigation, according to actions taken by authorities at the scene.
