KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WOKI) — Knoxville Police officers narrowly avoided what could have been a serious head-on collision after a driver crossed into oncoming traffic on Chapman Highway early Friday morning.
According to the Knoxville Police Department, the incident happened around 12:30 a.m. on Nov. 6 while officers were traveling northbound on Chapman Highway. Police said a southbound vehicle suddenly veered into the northbound lanes, forcing officers to take action to avoid a potentially catastrophic crash.
After avoiding the collision, officers turned around and began searching for the vehicle.
Investigators eventually located the car parked behind the Arby’s restaurant on Chapman Highway. Police said the driver, a 25-year-old man, walked out from behind the business and was detained by officers.
Following questioning, the man was taken into custody and charged with reckless driving and evading arrest.
KPD emphasized the dangers of unsafe driving and urged motorists to exercise caution behind the wheel.
Police reminded drivers to slow down, stay alert, and never drive while impaired or dangerously fatigued.
No injuries were reported in the incident.
