Pedestrian Fatality in Downtown Nashville After Driver Runs Red Light
An 87-year-old driver from Kentucky ran a red light at the intersection of 4th and Broadway in downtown Nashville, Tennessee, resulting in one fatality and three hospitalizations among pedestrians.
Portland, OR, August 2, 2026 —
A collision in downtown Nashville on Tuesday claimed the life of one pedestrian and left three others hospitalized after an 87-year-old driver reportedly ran a red light. The incident occurred at the intersection of 4th Avenue and Broadway.
The driver, whose name has not been released, was traveling from Kentucky when the vehicle entered the intersection against a red signal. The car then struck multiple pedestrians.
Emergency services responded to the scene following the crash. One pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene. Three other individuals sustained injuries and were transported to local hospitals for treatment. Their current conditions have not been disclosed.
The Nashville Police Department is investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision. The specific timeline of events leading up to the driver running the red light and the sequence of the pedestrian impacts are part of the ongoing investigation.
The intersection of 4th Avenue and Broadway is a heavily trafficked area in downtown Nashville, particularly during daytime hours. Further details regarding the identities of the victims and the driver are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
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