On the evening of September 30, shortly after 10 p.m., emergency responders from the Henryville and Summertown fire stations were dispatched to a serious accident in the 3900 block of Buffalo Road. Upon their arrival at the scene, they discovered a vehicle that had collided with a tree, resulting in one individual being trapped inside the wreckage.
To extricate the victim, firefighters employed hydraulic rescue tools, demonstrating their commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of those involved in the incident. Once freed, the patient received immediate medical attention and was subsequently transported by Lawrence County EMS for further care.
The Tennessee Highway Patrol has taken charge of the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash, working to uncover the details of this unfortunate event.

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