# Broadway Crash Claims Life, Sparks Safety Talks | Nashville News

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Podcast: [Nashville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/nashville-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7472372)
Published: 2026-09-05T02:09:51+00:00
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## Resource

An 84-year-old driver, Thomas Cahill, is facing misdemeanor charges after a deadly crash on Broadway in which he hit and killed a 58-year-old Australian pedestrian, Timothy Wedlock, and seriously injured three others—two still hospitalized. The incident occurred when Cahill allegedly ran a red light at the intersection of Broadway and Fourth Avenue; he claims no memory of the event. Investigators are probing what caused his sudden acceleration. The tragedy has reignited urgent conversations about pedestrian safety in the area, with city officials already discussing potential new measures to prevent future tragedies. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/29143f1df6fe6927

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