COCKE CO, TN (WOKI / WVLT) – A serious three-vehicle crash in Parrottsville sent one person to the hospital by helicopter Sunday morning.
According to the Cocke County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened around 10:44 a.m. on Highway 321 near the intersection of Highway 340, close to a Dollar General store.
Emergency crews responded to the scene and found multiple vehicles involved. The Parrottsville Volunteer Fire Department reported that two patients were trapped inside one of the vehicles when first responders arrived.
Firefighters and rescue personnel worked to free the occupants, while a landing zone was established at the scene for a medical helicopter. One person was airlifted to UT Medical Center for treatment.
Despite the severity of the crash, authorities said there were no fatalities.
The Tennessee Highway Patrol is leading the investigation into the crash. Officials have not yet released information about what caused the collision or the extent of injuries suffered by those involved.
Additional details are expected as the investigation continues.
