THP: Motorcyclist airlifted after reported pursuit
By The BriefBrief
Tennessee Highway Patrol says a motorcyclist was airlifted to a hospital after reported pursuit activity involving Carter County deputies on Tuesday night. A THP crash report states a Kawasaki Vulcan was traveling southbound on Highway 19E while fleeing deputies, and the rider sustained injuries requiring medical transport.
WHO:Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP); Carter County deputies; motorcyclist
WHAT:A motorcyclist was airlifted to a hospital following a reported pursuit and crash on Highway 19E.
WHEN:Sep 8, 2026
WHERE:Carter County, Tennessee
WHY:The crash occurred during a reported pursuit in which the motorcyclist was fleeing Carter County deputies.
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