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Clarksville Police cruiser hit by passing vehicle while officer tended to woman walking on road
By Tony Garcia at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A driver struck a police cruiser in Clarksville, forcing a brief road closure overnight.The Clarksville Police Department reported that just after midnight, an officer was parked on the side of 101st Airborne Division Parkway near the Red River Bridge to check on a wom...
Key takeaway The Clarksville Police Department reported that just after midnight, an officer was parked on the side of 101st Airborne Division Parkway near the Red River Bridge to check on a woman walking along the road.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The incident on 101st Airborne Division Parkway near the Red River Bridge is a stark reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement officers and the public when drivers fail to exercise caution around emergency vehicles. In this case, the officer was attempting to assist a woman experiencing a mental health crisis, a situation that requires patience, understanding, and a safe environment. The fact that a driver changed lanes to avoid one patrol vehicle but failed to check the other lane, resulting in a crash, underscores the need for drivers to remain vigilant and aware of their surroundings, especially when emergency lights are visible. This incident could have had severe consequences, but fortunately, no injuries were reported. The brief road closure and subsequent reopening of one lane around 1:15 a.m. likely caused inconvenience to commuters, but it also highlights the importance of prioritizing safety above all else.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A driver struck a police cruiser in Clarksville, forcing a brief road closure overnight.The Clarksville Police Department reported that just after midnight, an officer was parked on the side of 101st Airborne Division Parkway near the Red River Bridge to check on a wom...
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