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NASHVILLE, Davidson County, Tenn., Oct. 29, 2026 — A 10-year-old girl died after the Jeep she was riding in left Bell Road and struck a tree on Tuesday evening, October 27, Metro Nashville Police said.
The crash happened around 6:50 p.m. in the 3500 block of Bell Road. Investigators say a 40-year-old woman, identified by police as the girl's mother, was driving a Jeep Grand Cherokee south on Bell Road when she lost control going around a curve for a reason that has not been determined. The Jeep reportedly crossed into oncoming lanes before running off the road and hitting a tree on the passenger side, where the girl was seated.
Both the mother and daughter had their seat belts on at the time of the crash. The girl died from her injuries. Her mother's condition has not been released.
Police said there were no signs that impairment played a role. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, and no further details have been released.
We offer our deepest sympathy to the family of the victim.
Local Crash Information for Nashville, TN
This crash happened on 3500 Bell Road in Nashville, TN. For more on crashes in Nashville, including local crash figures, trauma care, and how to request a police report, visit our Nashville, TN accident reports page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can drivers do to avoid losing control on curves or turns?
Slowing down before entering a curve, rather than braking mid-turn, gives tires more grip and reduces the chance of running off the roadway. Staying well under the posted speed and watching for road conditions like gravel or wet pavement also helps.
What injuries commonly result from single-vehicle crashes into fixed objects like trees?
Impacts with trees or poles can cause head and chest injuries, broken bones, and internal injuries, even when seat belts are worn, because the vehicle itself absorbs a sudden stop rather than slowing gradually.
What typically causes a driver to run off the road on a curve?
Common factors include speed that's too fast for the curve, distraction, drowsiness, and unfamiliarity with the road. Investigators usually look at all of these when a cause isn't immediately clear.
Does speed make a difference in how severe a crash is?
Yes. Higher speed means more energy has to be absorbed in a collision, which increases the risk of serious injury or death even in a short crash sequence.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Nashville, TN
If you're involved in a single-vehicle crash, move to safety if possible and call 911 right away. Even if injuries aren't obvious at first, it's worth having everyone in the vehicle checked by a medical provider, since some injuries from a sudden impact don't show symptoms immediately. Stay at the scene until police arrive and document what you can, including the road conditions and anything that might explain what happened. Keep a copy of the police report and any medical records for your own files. Giving yourself and your family time to process a crash like this is just as important as handling the practical steps.
