Tennessee

One Killed; Nine Injured in Accident at I-65 in Franklin, TN

Published on: March 31, 2025

Date of Accident
January 6, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Authorities in Franklin, TN, are investigating a multi-vehicle crash that occurred on January 6, 2025, at approximately 7:22 p.m. on Interstate 65. A UPS truck tractor (bobtail), operating without a trailer, was involved in a 30-vehicle collision on an ice-covered, dark, unlit roadway. The crash resulted in 1 fatality and 9 injuries. The 31-year-old UPS driver held a valid Tennessee license and was not cited. No hazardous materials were released, and the vehicle did not carry a cargo body. The investigation is federally and state recordable and remains open.


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Franlin Police
Vehicles Involved
UPS Truck
Road/Highway
I-65
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), various injuries (9)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

UPS Truck lost control and crashed on an ice covered roadway

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