Portion of I-24 shuts down due to crash in Clarksville

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – The Clarksville Police Department says it responded Friday to a reported collision on Interstate 24.

According to a social media post by the department, the crash occurred around 2:02 p.m.

The Tennessee Highway Patrol is reportedly investigating the wreck. As of roughly 2:47 p.m., I-24 was complete shutdown at exit 11.

Drivers are advised to find an alternate route until the roadway can be cleared.

There is no current information regarding the status of injuries at this time. Additionally, there is a vehicle fire near mile-marker one on I-24 eastbound, authorities say. All occupants are out of that vehicle.

No other information is available at this time.