In a tragic turn of events, a head-on collision on Whites Creek Pike near the Fontanel property has resulted in the death of one individual. The incident occurred at approximately 6 p.m. on Wednesday when a Chevrolet Silverado, driven by 48-year-old Michael Fernandez of White House, veered across the double yellow line into oncoming traffic, colliding head-on with a Volkswagen Taos.
The impact of the collision forced the Volkswagen off the road, sending it down an embankment and through a fence before it came to a halt. The 54-year-old driver of the Volkswagen was rushed to Skyline Medical Center with injuries described as non-life-threatening.
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Tragically, Michael Fernandez was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident. Authorities have announced that toxicology tests will be performed to ascertain if impairment played a role in this fatal crash, as part of the ongoing investigation into the circumstances leading up to the collision.
This devastating event has shaken the local community, prompting renewed calls for drivers to exercise caution and vigilance while on the road, especially on routes like Whites Creek Pike known for heavy traffic and potentially hazardous conditions. The results of the toxicology report are awaited as part of the effort to fully understand the factors contributing to this fatal incident.
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