Kingsport, TN – Multiple Injuries as Tractor-Trailer Collides with Four Vehicles on I-81 Near Exit 66

Kingsport, TN (August 24, 2023) – A collision involving a tractor-trailer and four other vehicles on Interstate 81 North in Sullivan County led to injuries for three individuals. The incident occurred around 2:30 p.m. in close proximity to Exit 66, causing a temporary closure of the interstate.

As per the Tennessee Highway Patrol, the accident occurred amidst slowed traffic due to the removal of an unrelated tractor-trailer. The Freightliner tractor-trailer failed to decelerate in time for the reduced speed and collided with an International truck, a Ford Explorer, a Toyota Highlander, and a Dodge Caravan.

Subsequently, the Dodge Caravan was pushed into the rear of a Chevrolet Silverado. The crash involved a total of six vehicles.

Injuries were sustained by two passengers in the Dodge Caravan, a two-year-old and a one-year-old, as well as the driver of the Chevrolet Silverado. The extent of their injuries remains uncertain.

The driver of the Freightliner is currently facing pending charges in connection to the accident.

The crash incident is presently under thorough investigation as authorities work to ascertain the sequence of events and factors that contributed to the collision.

Our hearts go out to those affected by this accident, and we hope for their rapid and complete recovery.