2 children among 3 hospitalized after head-on crash caused by driver who fell asleep on Route 173 near Antioch

Published
June 13, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Antioch, Tennessee
Route 173
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Incident type
Crash

Summary

Car Crash Antioch Tennessee in Antioch, Tennessee: A head‐on collision on Route 173 near Antioch involved an SUV and a crossover, causing three people-two teenagers and one adult-to be hospitalized with non‐life‐threatening injuries. The at‐fault driver fell asleep and entered the opposite lane. The crash occurred in a high‐speed curve and the roadway was shut down for safety.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed Driver Driver Injured
Unnamed Passenger Passenger Injured

Original reporting

2 children among 3 hospitalized after head-on crash caused by driver who fell asleep on Route 173 near Antioch

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