Lenoir, TN ( July 20, 2023) – A tragic pedestrian accident occurred in Loudon County early Wednesday, July 19th, 2023, resulting in a fatality.
According to the Loudon County Sheriff’s Office, a pedestrian was struck and killed by a car near the 356-mile marker.
The collision led to a temporary shutdown of the interstate to allow for a response and investigation by the Tennessee Highway Patrol.
However, specific details regarding the circumstances and factors involved in the accident have not been released.
As the investigation continues, further information will be gathered to determine the cause and events leading up to the tragic incident.