Crash involving multiple vehicles blocks part of I-840 in Rutherford County

Eastbound lanes of Interstate 840 in Rutherford County shut down because of a crash with multiple vehicles.
Crash involving multiple vehicles blocks part of I-840 in Rutherford County
Crash involving multiple vehicles blocks part of I-840 in Rutherford County(TDOT Smartway)
Published: Dec. 26, 2024 at 8:16 AM CST|Updated: Dec. 26, 2024 at 10:59 AM CST
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - UPDATE: As of 10:57 a.m. the road has reopened.

PREVIOUS: All eastbound lanes of Interstate 840 in Rutherford County were blocked because of a crash involving multiple vehicles, according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT).

The crash happened around 6:42 a.m. on Thursday at mile marker 61 on I-840 Eastbound.

The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) closed that portion of I-840 East and began diverting traffic at Exit 57, the Sulphur Springs Road exit.

The road is expected to be closed until about 10:30 a.m.

TDOT, RCSO and the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) responded to the crash.

The RCSO said THP is investigating the crash.

This is a developing story, check back for updates.