Knoxville, TN (January 19, 2026) – Emergency responders were dispatched early Sunday morning to a vehicle crash with injuries near the intersection of Kingston Pike and Oakhurst Dr in West Knoxville. The incident was first reported around 8:27 a.m. on January 18 and prompted a coordinated response from Knoxville Fire and EMS units.
Crews monitored tactical communications as they responded to the scene, located near Scenic Dr in the 37919 ZIP code. Emergency medical personnel worked to assess and aid those injured in the crash. While the full extent of the injuries has not been confirmed, dispatch audio indicated that medics were treating individuals at the location.
Kingston Pike, one of the city’s busiest corridors, experienced temporary disruptions as responders secured the crash site and directed traffic away from the affected lanes. The vehicles involved remained on scene with visible damage as the investigation began.
At this time, the Knoxville Police Department has not released further details about the cause of the crash or the number of parties involved. Investigators are working to determine whether speed, driver inattention, or road conditions contributed to the collision. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Our thoughts are with all those affected by this crash.
