Murfreesboro, TN (March 10, 2026) – Two people were seriously hurt Monday morning after their vehicle crashed into a parked sheriff’s SUV, pushing it into a fire truck on Interstate 24.
The crash occurred shortly after 1 a.m. between the I-840 and Almaville Road exits. Emergency units were already at the scene responding to an earlier overturned semi-truck when a white sedan traveling at a high rate of speed struck the rear of a patrol SUV.
The impact pushed the SUV forward into a fire engine positioned directly ahead. Both the driver and passenger of the sedan were taken to Vanderbilt University Medical Center with serious injuries. Emergency responders at the scene were checked by paramedics but were not injured.
The sheriff’s patrol vehicle was totaled, and the fire engine sustained significant damage. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
We are thinking of those injured as they receive medical care.
The Risk of Secondary Crashes at Active Crash Scenes
When a roadway is blocked for an initial crash, vehicles approaching the scene may have limited time to react, especially at night or in low-visibility conditions. Drivers traveling too fast or not paying attention can collide with parked emergency vehicles, creating a secondary crash.
Emergency vehicles positioned to protect the initial crash are especially vulnerable to high-speed impacts. The momentum of a striking vehicle can push stationary units into nearby equipment or vehicles.
After these incidents, investigators review vehicle speeds, positions, and traffic control measures. They may also consider whether warnings, signage, or lighting were sufficient to alert approaching drivers to the hazard.
