By Crash News Writer 
Memphis, TN (January 22, 2025) – A serious pedestrian accident on Tuesday evening has caused the closure of East Shelby Drive in both directions, according to the Memphis Police Department (MPD).
The collision occurred at the intersection of East Shelby Drive and Tchulahoma Road shortly after 6:15 PM. Authorities confirmed that a pedestrian was struck and sustained serious injuries. The injured individual was transported to Regional One Health for treatment.
The driver involved remained on the scene and is cooperating with law enforcement as the investigation continues. Both eastbound and westbound traffic in the area is currently shut down. Drivers are advised to seek alternative routes and monitor local updates for reopening information.
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
The information in this article is based on initial reports from local authorities and may be subject to updates as investigations continue.
- The identities of those involved in the incident have not been released pending official confirmation and notification of next of kin.
- Further details about the accident, including toxicology results and potential charges, will be shared as they become available.
- Road closures and traffic updates related to the accident scene can be found by checking with local authorities or traffic monitoring services.
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