Chattanooga, TN (January 12, 2026) – First responders, including paramedics and fire crews, were dispatched to a traffic collision with injuries early Monday morning in the Lookout Valley area. The crash occurred at approximately 1:03 a.m. on Aster Ave, prompting a quick response from Chattanooga Fire and Rescue teams.
Preliminary reports confirm that the collision involved at least two vehicles along a residential stretch of Aster Ave. Emergency medical services treated individuals at the scene for a variety of injuries, with some victims potentially requiring further care at local hospitals. The exact number of people hurt has not yet been disclosed.
The roadway remained partially blocked for a period as crews assisted victims and worked to remove damaged vehicles from the area. Authorities have not yet released information regarding contributing factors, such as driver impairment or roadway conditions.
Local law enforcement is actively investigating the cause of the crash and collecting statements from those involved.
We send our best wishes for recovery to all those injured in this early morning collision.
