Wes Rucker: Driver killed in multi-vehicle crash on I-40 near Cedar Bluff Road
By wes rucker — A driver died following a multi-vehicle crash on I-40 West near Cedar Bluff Road around 4: 50 p. m. ET Thursday, and the Knoxville Police Department is investigating the collision.
Crash details and sequence
Knoxville Police Department investigators say five vehicles were involved. A car that had stopped for traffic was rear-ended by another car, and then a third vehicle struck the second car, triggering a chain-reaction collision. A large pickup truck subsequently drove into, and on top of, one of the cars involved in the crash.
Wes Rucker on the KPD investigation
The driver of the car that was struck by the pickup died from injuries sustained in the collision. The victim's identity has not been released. KPD has opened an investigation to establish the full sequence of events and any contributing factors. This update was filed by wes rucker based on the department's bulletin.
Traffic impact and emergency response
The crash occurred on I-40 West near Cedar Bluff Road and took place during the afternoon rush. Emergency responders were on scene; details about lane closures or duration of the traffic disruption were not provided in the initial notice. KPD continues to work the case and has not released further operational details.
- Location: I-40 West near Cedar Bluff Road
- Time: around 4: 50 p. m. ET Thursday
- Vehicles involved: five; one fatality confirmed
What to watch next
KPD's investigation will determine fault, clarify the sequence of impacts and decide on any potential charges or citations. If the department confirms the reported chain-reaction sequence and the role of the pickup, that finding will shape any follow-up enforcement or safety notices. Officials have not released the victim's name or additional findings at this time.
