Dashcam Footage Shows Tow Truck Driver Struck by Car on I-24 in Chattanooga

Chattanooga, TN, October 5, 2026 —

Chattanooga, TN – Dashcam footage has captured a critical incident on Interstate 24 in Chattanooga, showing the moment a tow truck driver was struck by a passing car. The event occurred on I-24, a major transportation artery through the region.

The video evidence, released to document the incident, shows the tow truck driver in the process of performing their duties when a car collided with them. Specific details regarding the tow truck driver’s identity, the company they work for, or the circumstances leading up to the collision were not immediately available.

Similarly, information about the driver of the car involved, including their identity or any contributing factors to the crash, has not been provided. The extent of the tow truck driver’s injuries or any other casualties resulting from the incident also remains undisclosed.

The Tennessee Highway Patrol or local law enforcement agencies have not yet released an official report detailing the cause of the collision, the sequence of events, or any potential citations or charges filed. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge as authorities gather more information.

This incident highlights the inherent dangers faced by roadside assistance workers and tow truck operators who often work in close proximity to active traffic lanes. Safety organizations frequently emphasize the need for drivers to exercise caution and awareness when approaching work zones or stopped vehicles on the highway.

No information was provided regarding any immediate aftermath, such as the response of emergency services or the condition of the vehicles involved. This report will be updated as more confirmed details become available from official sources.

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