Event Brief
Bear cub killed after I-40 hit in Knoxville
Filed: Jun 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
Summary: A young bear was killed after being hit by a car on I-40 West; crews reopened lanes as TDOT investigates.
WHO: Police and TDOT; a young bear
WHAT: A bear cub was killed after being hit by a car on I-40 West
WHEN: Jun 12, 2026 at 9:53 AM ET
WHERE: Knoxville, TN
WHY: The bear was hit by a car, according to police.
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