Children Unrestrained In Serious Adams Crash, THP Reports
ADAMS, TENNESSEE (Smokey Barn News) — The Tennessee Highway Patrol has released its preliminary report following Wednesday morning’s serious single-vehicle crash on Kinneys Road that seriously injured a mother and her two young children.
The crash occurred just before 8:50 a.m. Wednesday on Kinneys Road near Glen Raven Road in Adams. As previously reported by Smokey Barn News, the vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree. A 4-year-old child was airlifted from the scene, while the mother and a 2-year-old child were transported by ground ambulance. During transport, the children’s mother experienced a medical emergency, prompting a Metro Nashville EMS intercept. All three occupants suffered serious injuries.
According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol’s preliminary report, the 2010 Ford Fusion was traveling north on Kinneys Road when it left the right side of the roadway, traveled through a ditch, struck a tree, and came to rest facing north against the tree.
The report identifies the driver as 26-year-old Kaitlyn Gelo of Tennessee and lists her charge status as “Pending,” indicating the investigation remains ongoing. The report does not specify what charges, if any, may ultimately be filed.
The preliminary report also indicates that neither child was restrained at the time of the crash. The 4-year-old girl and the 2-year-old boy are both listed as not wearing seat belts or child restraints; however, the report indicates that Gelo had her seatbelt on.
The Tennessee Highway Patrol continues to investigate the crash. As with all preliminary reports, the information is subject to change as the investigation progresses. Smokey Barn News will provide updates as additional information becomes available.
Officials emphasize the importance of properly securing children in age- and size-appropriate car seats or seat belts and following Tennessee’s child passenger safety laws. Proper restraint can significantly reduce the risk of serious injury or death in a crash.
Anyone with questions about selecting, installing, or properly using a child safety seat is encouraged to contact their local fire department or EMS agency. Many departments can assist with proper installation or direct parents and caregivers to certified child passenger safety technicians.
At last report, the mother and both children remained in stable condition.
