Teen Hit by Car Near Memphis Airport

Driver fled scene after striking 13-year-old boy, police say

Apr. 3, 2026 at 3:05am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a cracked and shattered car side mirror, conceptually representing the aftermath of a hit-and-run crash.The aftermath of a hit-and-run crash near Memphis International Airport exposes the urgent need for improved driver accountability and pedestrian safety measures.Memphis Today

A 13-year-old boy was struck by a car near Memphis International Airport on Thursday night, April 2. The driver of the black SUV fled the scene after hitting the teen, who was taken to the hospital in non-critical condition. This is at least the 86th pedestrian-involved crash in Memphis so far in 2026.

Why it matters

Pedestrian safety is an ongoing concern in Memphis, with a high number of crashes involving people on foot. This incident highlights the need for improved driver awareness and accountability around protecting vulnerable road users.

The details

According to a Memphis Police Department spokesperson, the hit-and-run crash occurred around 8:45 p.m. near the intersection of Millbranch Road and Commonwealth Drive, close to the airport. The driver of the black SUV left the scene after striking the 13-year-old boy.

  • The incident happened on Thursday, April 2, 2026 around 8:45 p.m.

The players

Memphis Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the hit-and-run incident.

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What’s next

Police are searching for the driver of the black SUV and urge anyone with information about the incident to come forward.

The takeaway

This crash underscores the ongoing challenges Memphis faces in improving pedestrian safety and holding drivers accountable, especially in cases of hit-and-run incidents that put vulnerable road users at risk.