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The Great Smoky Mountain Journal

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Posted: Tuesday, January 01, 2019 02:32 PM

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Three-Year Old Injured In Multi-Vehicle Crash At West Hills, Papermill Near West Hills Friday That Closed I-40 EB Temporarily

I-40 eastbound was shut down on Friday for several hours due to an injury crash at West Hills and Papermill that injured a three-year old according to authorities.

Knoxville Police TN
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I-40E is completely shut down between West Hills and Papermill for a serious injury crash. Expect major delays and avoid the area if possible.

4:56 PM - Feb 9, 2018 · Knoxville, TN
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Knoxville police responded to the scene and released information about the crash on Saturday. According to their preliminary report, a Nissan SUV struck a BMW SUV. Due to that collision, the Nissan was struck by a BMW sedan and another vehicle.

The driver in the sedan was injured as was her three-year-old child. A reconstruction team was brought in to begin the investigation due to the child's initial condition. Both the mother and child were transported to UT Medical Center.

The interstate reopened at around 7 p.m.


Knoxville Police TN

@Knoxville_PD
Traffic Update: I-40E between West Hills and Papermill is back open. Thank you for your patience & remember to NEVER go the wrong way on the interstate to avoid traffic. Officers will help you get turned around in prolonged closing situations.

7:07 PM - Feb 9, 2018 · Knoxville, TN
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Police said the investigation into the crash is ongoing.