A violent two-vehicle crash in the Mt. Pisgah area of south Memphis on Tuesday afternoon left one woman in critical condition and cut power to hundreds of nearby customers. The impact sent a utility pole crashing into the roadway at Weaver Road and Canary Lane, scattering debris and bringing traffic to a halt as first responders moved in.
According to the Memphis Police Department, officers were called to the intersection at 2:53 p.m. and found a white Jeep truck and a dark Chevrolet sedan involved in the collision. The crash brought down a pole and utility lines, and a woman was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. The cause of the wreck is still under investigation, Action News 5 reported.
Scene and outage
The downed pole and lines knocked out electricity to nearly 500 Memphis Light, Gas and Water customers, according to MLGW. Utility crews were dispatched to clear the roadway and start restoration work, while police kept the area blocked off to traffic as repairs stretched into the evening.
Weaver Road's history
Weaver Road has seen several serious collisions in recent years, a stretch that police say can invite higher speeds. In a 2023 crash along the same corridor, MPD investigators pointed to speed as a contributing factor, according to Action News 5.
What officials say and next steps
Police say the investigation into Tuesday's crash is active, and any potential charges will depend on what that probe uncovers. MLGW crews and officers remained on scene to restore power and clear debris, and officials urged drivers to steer clear of the area while the work continues.
Anyone with information about the collision is asked to contact the Memphis Police Department's traffic division. Residents who encounter downed wires are urged to stay away and report outages to MLGW or call 911 in an emergency.
