Memphis, TN (October 9, 2025) – A woman was killed early Thursday morning after her vehicle collided with a tractor-trailer on eastbound Interstate 240 near Getwell Road, according to the Memphis Police Department.
Accident Details: Officers responded just after 5:30 a.m. to reports of a crash involving a Honda and a tractor-trailer on I-240. When emergency crews arrived, they found the female driver of the Honda dead at the scene. Police initially reported that two other women were injured but later clarified that no additional injuries occurred. The wreck caused traffic delays during the morning commute as investigators and cleanup crews worked to reopen the roadway.
Investigation: The Memphis Police Department’s Traffic Bureau is investigating the cause of the crash. Officers are examining roadway evidence, vehicle damage, and driver statements to determine how the collision occurred. Authorities have not released the victim’s identity pending notification of her family. No information was provided on potential citations or contributing factors, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Legal Considerations: Collisions involving passenger vehicles and tractor-trailers often result in severe or fatal injuries due to the size and weight difference between vehicles. Determining liability may involve reviewing the truck’s maintenance logs, the driver’s hours-of-service records, and whether safe following distances were maintained. Families of victims in fatal truck crashes may pursue wrongful death claims to recover funeral costs, loss of income, and other damages if negligence is established.
This was a heartbreaking loss for the victim’s loved ones and the Memphis community. I extend my sincere condolences to her family and friends during this difficult time.
Source: The Rogersville Review