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Antioch family’s Father’s Day trip turns dangerous after water bottle crashes through windshield
By Diana Rocco at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
ANTIOCH, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Father’s Day weekend trip to see family turned into a close call for an Antioch couple after what is believed to have been a water bottle crashed through their car windshield Saturday.Tim Morris was driving separately from his wife, Caroline Morris, who followed in a sec...
Key takeaway Tim Morris was driving separately from his wife, Caroline Morris, who followed in a sec...
Why this matters in The Nashville
The incident on Pettus Road raises concerns about the safety of local roads and the potential for reckless behavior to have severe consequences. The fact that a neighbor reported seeing a similar incident an hour earlier suggests that this may not have been an isolated incident, and there could be other victims who have not come forward. The Morris family's experience serves as a warning to drivers in the Antioch area to be vigilant and aware of their surroundings, especially on roads where pedestrians and other vehicles may be present. The family's desire to find the person responsible and prevent future incidents highlights the need for community awareness and accountability. As the family recovers from the shock of the incident, their gratitude that it was not worse is a reminder of the importance of responsible behavior on local roads, and the need for drivers to consider the potential consequences of their actions.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? ANTIOCH, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Father’s Day weekend trip to see family turned into a close call for an Antioch couple after what is believed to have been a water bottle crashed through their car windshield Saturday.Tim Morris was driving separately from his wife, Caroline Morris, who followed in a sec...
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