One dead following crash, big rig fire, on Memphis interstate

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Police say that one person was killed following a collision that led to a big rig fire on a Memphis interstate on Sunday afternoon.

 

The incident occurred around 4:20 p.m. on Sunday, April 7, on I-40 at Sycamore View Drive.

The Memphis Police Department reports that a two vehicle accident occurred in the eastbound lanes of I-40.

Following the crash, the semi truck became completely engulfed in flames.

One person was reported dead at the scene.

Another person was hospitalized with non-critical injuries.

The incident is under investigation.



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