Knoxville, TN (January 11, 2026) – Emergency crews responded Saturday afternoon to a motor vehicle crash involving reported injuries near UT Drive and 20th Street in Knoxville. The incident was reported around 12:30 p.m. on January 10, near the UT Van Pavilion and Avenue Coffee on the University of Tennessee campus.
Engine 9 and other responding units arrived at the scene and used tactical communication channels to coordinate efforts. Paramedics assessed individuals involved in the crash, and injuries were reported, though the number of people hurt and the severity of their conditions have not yet been confirmed.
The area around UT Drive experienced minor disruptions as crews secured the scene and ensured safe passage for traffic and pedestrians. No additional details about the vehicles involved or the cause of the crash have been released.
Our thoughts are with those affected by this collision, and we wish a swift and complete recovery to anyone injured.
