Head-on Crash on Old Lee Highway Leaves One Dead

83-year-old man killed in collision, 38-year-old driver hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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An 83-year-old man was killed in a head-on collision on Old Lee Highway in Chattanooga, Tennessee on Saturday night. Police responded around 8:30 p.m. to the 7600 block of Old Lee Highway after reports of a multi-vehicle crash. An investigation found that a Nissan Altima traveling northbound crossed into the opposing lane and struck a Toyota RAV4 head-on. The 38-year-old driver of the Toyota was transported to a hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening, while the 83-year-old driver of the Nissan was pronounced dead at the scene.

Why it matters

Head-on collisions are among the most deadly types of car accidents, often resulting in serious injuries or fatalities. This incident on Old Lee Highway highlights the importance of safe driving practices and the need for continued efforts to improve road safety in the Chattanooga area.

The details

According to the Chattanooga Police Department, the crash occurred when the driver of the Nissan Altima traveling northbound crossed into the opposing lane and struck the Toyota RAV4 head-on. The 38-year-old driver of the Toyota was transported to a hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening, while the 83-year-old driver of the Nissan was pronounced dead at the scene.

  • The crash occurred around 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2026.

The players

Nissan Altima driver

An 83-year-old man who was killed in the head-on collision.

Toyota RAV4 driver

A 38-year-old person who was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

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What’s next

The crash remains under investigation, and police are asking anyone with information about the incident to call 423-698-2525.

The takeaway

This tragic head-on collision on Old Lee Highway serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices and the need for continued efforts to improve road safety in the Chattanooga area.