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Police release pictures of suspect vehicle after woman loses leg in hit-and-run crash in Nashville. Here’s what we know
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Caleb Wethington , WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 24, 2026
· 2 min read
What This Story Is About The Metro Nashville Police Department released pictures of a vehicle allegedly involved in a hit-and-run crash from late May. Why It Matters Police said that the crash caused a woman to lose her leg. What Happens Next Police are continuing to investigate this incident and...
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Key takeaway “Traffic Division investigators are working to identify the vehicle involved in the May 30 th hit and run on Millwood Drive near Murfreesboro Pike that caused a 44-year-old woman to lose her leg," MNPD said.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The release of pictures of the suspect vehicle in this hit-and-run crash brings renewed attention to the incident that left a 44-year-old woman with a life-altering injury. As the Metro Nashville Police Department continues to investigate, the community is urged to come forward with any information that may lead to the identification and location of the vehicle. The fact that the crash occurred on Millwood Drive near Murfreesboro Pike, a major thoroughfare in Nashville, raises concerns about road safety in the area. The severity of the woman's injury, resulting in the loss of her leg, underscores the need for vigilant driving and accountability on Nashville's roads. With the police seeking the public's help, Nashvillians can play a crucial role in bringing the perpetrator to justice and preventing similar incidents in the future by reporting any information about the dark maroon sedan to Crime Stoppers.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? What This Story Is About The Metro Nashville Police Department released pictures of a vehicle allegedly involved in a hit-and-run crash from late May. Why It Matters Police said that the crash caused a woman to lose her leg. What Happens Next Police are continuing to investigate this incident and...
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