MNPD: Jackson woman killed in racing-related crash on I-24; Charges anticipated against driver

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Police said charges are anticipated against the driver who “appeared to be a racing another vehicle” early Sunday morning before crashing on Interstate 24, resulting in the death of his passenger.

According to the Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD), the crash happened at approximately 2:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 7 in the westbound lanes of I-24 at Briley Parkway.

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Authorities reported a Nissan Altima appeared to be racing another vehicle when it “overshot the exit ramp to Briley Parkway North, and lost control, eventually coming to a rest on the other side of the on ramp.”

The Nissan’s passenger – identified as 23-year-old Olivia Taylor of Jackson – was taken to Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) where she died, officials said. She was reportedly wearing her seatbelt.

Meanwhile, the Nissan’s driver – identified as a 24-year-old man from Jackson – was taken to VUMC with critical injures.

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Police said charges are anticipated and evidence of impairment was found at the scene.

An investigation into the deadly crash remains ongoing. Additional details were not immediately released.

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