Pedestrian crashes on the rise in Memphis

Published
March 17, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Memphis, Tennessee
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Incident type
Pedestrian struck, Crash

Summary

Pedestrian Hit Memphis Tennessee in Memphis, Tennessee: The article discusses pedestrian safety in Memphis, highlighting a rise in crashes with injuries and fatalities. Advocates suggest improving infrastructure and driver behavior to reduce accidents. The Memphis Police Department reports 62 vehicle hits and 69 pedestrian crashes in Shelby County, including eight deadly incidents.

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Pedestrian crashes on the rise in Memphis | localmemphis.com

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