Two charged after crash on Highway 72 near Loudon line

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A driver and passenger were charged after a crash on Highway 72 near the Loudon–Monroe County line left them and another driver injured. The crash also caused a chemical spill that led to part of Highway 72 being closed for at least an hour Monday.

WHO: A driver and a passenger involved in the crash; another driver who was injured

WHAT: Two people were charged following a crash that injured multiple drivers and triggered a chemical spill and Highway 72 closure.

WHEN: Reported Sep 1, 2026 at 4:54 PM ET

WHERE: Knoxville, TN

WHY: Cause is under investigation.

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