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Minor dead, 3 others ‘severely’ injured after crash involving ATV, troopers say
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Josh Jarnagin, Jordan Gartner , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 18, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The ATV was carrying four juveniles and did not have its headlights or taillights on at the time of the collision.
A crash involving an all-terrain vehicle and a Chevrolet Blazer occurred in Fentress County, Tennessee. The ATV was carrying four juveniles and did not have its headlights or taillights on at the time of the collision. The crash resulted in the death of one juvenile and severe injuries to the other three.
The driver of the Blazer was not injured. Further details about the incident are available from the Tennessee Highway Patrol, who are investigating the crash. No charges have been filed against the driver of the SUV.
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Category: safety Published: July 18, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A crash involving an all-terrain vehicle and a Chevrolet Blazer occurred in Fentress County, Tennessee. The ATV was carrying four juveniles and did not have its headlights or taillights on at the…
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