JOELTON, Tenn. (WKRN) – A FedEx truck was involved in a crash Saturday afternoon that sent two people to the hospital.
According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, the truck ran a red light and collided with a pickup and an SUV. The accident happened around 4:15 p.m. at Highway 41A and Jackson Felts Road in the Cheatham County portion of Joelton.
Two people with minor injuries were taken to NorthCrest Medical Center.
The FedEx driver was not hurt, but a state trooper at the scene said he’s expected to be cited for running the red light.
The crash took out a traffic light pole. A repair crew said they will install a temporary traffic light on Sunday.
Allie Addoms from FedEx Ground Public Relations sent this statement:
“We are committed to maintaining the highest safety standards on all roadways. We are aware of the accident that occurred in Joelton and we are cooperating fully with the investigating authorities at this time.”