Toddler Fatally Struck by Vehicle in South Nashville

Nashville, TN, September 27, 2026 — A 1-year-old girl died Sunday after being struck by a vehicle in South Nashville. The incident occurred outside the family’s residence.

Authorities have confirmed that the child was struck by her aunt’s vehicle. The specific circumstances leading to the accident have not been fully detailed at this time.

The family’s residence is located in the South Nashville area. Emergency services responded to the scene following the incident. Despite efforts, the child was pronounced deceased.

Details regarding the specific date of Sunday on which the event occurred were not immediately available. Furthermore, the names of the child, the aunt, or the family have not been released by officials.

Investigations into the precise cause and sequence of events are likely underway, though no official reports detailing the findings or potential charges have been published. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided. The outcome of any inspections was not provided.

Story summarized from the original created by Kassidy Brown on www.wsmv.com, see more information here.

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