The crash occurred on I-640 W near Broadway in Knoxville, TN. This article explains what is known and how to request an official crash report.
KNOXVILLE, TN - January 20, 2026
A motorcyclist was killed in a wrong-way crash on I-640 W near Broadway in Knoxville, Tennessee. The incident occurred on Tuesday, though the exact time of the crash has not been provided. The crash resulted in one fatality, with no further injuries reported at this time. Details about the cause of the crash have not been specified in initial reports.
Key Facts
- Crash date & time: January 20, 2026, exact time not specified
- Location: I-640 W near Broadway, Knoxville, TN
- Type of crash: Wrong-way crash
- Vehicles involved: Motorcycle
- Fatalities: 1 (motorcyclist)
- Source(s): Local Accident Reports
Crash Overview
The crash occurred on I-640 W near Broadway in Knoxville, Tennessee. Reports indicate that a motorcyclist was involved in a wrong-way collision, resulting in their death. The exact sequence of events leading to the crash has not been detailed in the available reports. Emergency services responded to the scene, but specific agencies involved have not been disclosed. The crash resulted in the death of the motorcyclist, with no other injuries reported. The investigation into the crash is ongoing, and further details are awaited.
People Involved
The crash involved a motorcyclist who was killed in the incident. Authorities have not released the name or age of the deceased motorcyclist. No other individuals were reported injured in the crash.