Marion County, TN – Troopers with the Tennessee Highway Patrol are on the scene of a fatal crash on Interstate 24 East at the 159-mile marker in Marion County. The crash has prompted a full shutdown of the eastbound lanes Wednesday morning.
According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, all eastbound traffic is currently being diverted off the interstate at Exit 158 as emergency crews continue their response. Drivers traveling through the area should expect significant delays and are urged to seek alternate routes.
Authorities have not yet released details on how many vehicles were involved or the identity of the person killed in the crash. THP reports that multiple agencies are assisting at the scene and that the closure is expected to remain in place for several hours while investigators work to clear the wreckage.
Motorists are asked to use caution and allow extra travel time if heading east toward Chattanooga or crossing from the Alabama line into Marion County. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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