Man Killed in I-40 Collision Near Willow Ave in Putnam County, Lanes Reopened Following Investigation

Due to a deadly crash that occurred early this morning, Putnam County’s eastern lanes of Interstate 40 were completely closed, forcing commuters to find alternate routes while officials dealt with the aftermath. Around 6:10 a.m., WSMV reports that a white Kia Spectra and an unidentified car were involved in an incident close to exit 286—also called Willow Avenue.

According to information provided by the Tennessee Highway Patrol, the driver of the Kia Spectra passed away at the site from his wounds. The identity of the dead, the reason of the collision, and the condition of the other people involved in the collision have not been made public. According to WKRN, the Tennessee Department of Transportation responded quickly, blocking one lane to give investigators time to investigate. About two hours later, they were able to reopen the road to traffic.

To handle the situation and guarantee everyone’s safety, Cookeville Police Department and Putnam County Fire Department responders were there. On their official Facebook page, the Cookeville Police Department posted an early traffic notice, warning people to stay away from the area and stating that Interstate 40 Eastbound at Willow Ave was “currently closed due to a traffic crash.” In an effort to reduce more disruption and delay, the same message suggested that drivers look for alternate routes for their morning commute.

The Tennessee Highway Patrol is still looking into the crash’s specifics, even though eastbound lanes have now been reopened. Information that could shed light on the events leading up to the collision and perhaps offer guidance on how tragedies like this one can be prevented in the future.

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