Tennessee

Justin Fortner Killed in Accident at I-40 in Nashville, TN

Date of Accident
May 16, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Justin Fortner
Type of Accident
Commercial Vehicle
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-40, Nashville, TN, USA

What Happened

Metro Nashville Police are investigating a collision that killed a motorcyclist at I-40 in Nashville, TN on May 16th, 2024. Authorities say the incident happened as a group of motorcycles attempted exiting Briley Parkway. Reports indicate a truck of an unspecified type collided with both a Buick Enclave behind the motorcycles as well as a motorcycle operated by 35-year-old Justin Fortner. Following the collision, reports allege the truck fled the scene without stopping to render aid. Fortner, who was ejected from the motorcycle in the collision, suffered fatal injured at the scene reports say. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Metro Nashville Police
Vehicles Involved
Motorcycle, Buick Enclave, Truck
Road/Highway
I-40
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Truck collided with a group of motorcycles

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