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The names of victims in a Friday evening crash that killed one and injured two on Interstate 40 at Campbell Station were released Sataurday.
The driver, Claudia Vazquez, 33, was pronounced dead at the scene, and passengers Maria Estrada, 40, and Ofelia Guichapa, 56, were injured, according to the Tennessee Highway Patrol.
Their vehicle was heading eastbound on Interstate 40 in the right lane at 5:30 p.m. when it veered off the roadway to the right and struck an embankment, according to the THP report. The vehicle was overturned and all three occupants were ejected.
Knoxville, Tennessee - The perfect blend of southern hospitality and modern development
Knoxville is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, against the banks of the Tennessee River. Rich in culture and natural beauty, the unique destinations in Knoxville reflect the diversity of this historic city and its charming people.
The stable economy of the Greater Knoxville Area is one of the region's major assets. It is highly diversified, with no one employment sector accounting for more than 22% of the area's total employment. Recent years have seen substantial growth in the areas of trade, transportation, utilities, and financial activities.
Travel options to Knoxville include:
The McGhee Tyson Airport serves all of eastern Tennessee.
Use the Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) to get around town:
Go to 511 Traffic and Travel Information to view traffic conditions by region. And to find out current weather conditions in Knoxville, go to Accuweather.com.
Links to recent accidents in the Knoxville area:
Knoxville pedestrian accidents;
If you are looking for information on a specific crash that happened in Knoxville, go to the link above for the accident type you are seeking.
If you know someone who has been injured in a Knoxville accident, the major regional hospitals are Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, North Knoxville Medical Center, Parkwest Medical Center, and University of Tennessee Medical Center.
Knoxville grief support information for accident victims
When a loved one is killed in a motor-vehicle accident, it is often helpful for grieving family and friends to get help from a grief support organization. It can be comforting to talk with others going through a similar situation, and the road to recovering from the loss may go more smoothly. Go here to get information on Knoxville grief support therapists and organizations.
Knoxville legal information for accident victims
After someone has been injured or killed in a motor-vehicle crash in Knoxville, many decisions need to be made immediately and questions need to be answered. For example, how much of the medical costs will be covered by the insurance policy? How does PIP insurance help with medical bills immediately? What if the at-fault driver has no insurance?
Where to find legal assistance after a Knoxville injury accident
After a serious crash, it is crucial to get help from a Knoxville injury attorney who understands the local regulations and legal standards, who knows how insurance policies work, and who can handle all aspects of an insurance claim so the injured person can focus on recovery. If someone is killed in a collision caused by negligence, a Knoxville injury lawyer will launch a claim that will begin the process of financial recovery for the family members left behind.
Motor vehicle accidents are an hourly occurrence in Knoxville and across Knox County. Many crashes are completely avoidable, caused by drunk drivers or distracted drivers. Whatever the cause, car accidents are a major safety and economic issue for the communities in this region.
At one point or another, everyone is a pedestrian. As the expense of driving and insuring a vehicle rise, more and more people choose to walk to their destinations. As the number of pedestrians increases, so do the number of pedestrian accidents. To see where the Knoxville region ranks in terms of pedestrian collisions nationally, please go to this National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report.