A woman was killed in a hit-and-run accident on Interstate 40 West near Old Hickory Boulevard in Hermitage, Nashville, in the early hours of Tuesday morning. The WSMV reports that Metro Nashville Police Department confirmed the crash as a hit-and-run. The interstate was subsequently closed, causing traffic detours until the lanes were reopened around 6 a.m.
Witnesses at the scene, as stopped and called 911 by one of the drivers who saw the fatal incident, have provided authorities with some information. At this time, there has been no identification of the woman reported. The Tennessee Department of Transportation stated the crash occurred around 12:30 AM, but the identity of the victim is still not known, as reported by FOX17.
The hit-and-run vehicle is described as a gray vehicle according to WKRN. After the woman was struck, another vehicle hit her and remained on the scene, cooperating with law enforcement officials. Despite the gravity of the situation, the driver responsible for the initial hit-and-run has not been apprehended, and no further information about this individual has been released.
Metro Nashville Police Department officials are actively investigating the incident, but few details are available right now. The woman was reportedly walking along the interstate when she was hit. Anyone with information is urged to contact the authorities, as per WKRN.
