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Heidi Kuhn Injured in Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-240
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Incident Overview
A three-vehicle collision occurred on Interstate 240 east of Walnut Grove on Friday night just before 7:30 p.m., shutting down four of the five eastbound lanes. The crash involved the campaign vehicle of Democratic congressional candidate Heidi Kuhn, her husband Matt Kuhn, and a third driver. Memphis drivers were urged to use alternate routes while the scene was cleared.
Candidate Profile
Heidi Kuhn is the Democratic nominee for Tennessee’s newly created 8th Congressional District, running against Republican David Kustoff. She previously served eight years as the Shelby County Criminal Court Clerk. The crash placed her campaign in the public eye as she seeks a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Medical Outcome
All three occupants were transported to Baptist Memorial Hospital in non-critical condition. Kuhn reported a broken nose, a broken maxilla, whiplash, bruises and a black eye; Matt Kuhn sustained whiplash. Both were released from the hospital on Saturday and are expected to recover fully.
Official Statements & Responses
Kuhn’s campaign team posted a statement on social media thanking the medical staff at Baptist Hospital and requesting privacy for the family.
Verbatim Quote
“It is truly amazing that we are here, so the fact that we only have the injuries we sustained, I feel grateful,” — Kuhn. She — Heidi Kuhn, Democratic congressional candidate.