City of Nashville, TN

08/31/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/01/2026 07:46

Motorcyclist Killed In Monday's Noon Crash On I-440 Exit Ramp

The motorcyclist killed in Monday's noon crash on the I-440 exit ramp to I-24 East has been identified as Jason Gooch, 46, of Nashville. The preliminary investigation indicates Gooch was operating his Kawasaki ZX6 when he lost control in a curve.

The motorcycle traveled to the left shoulder then crashed into the cable barrier median.

Gooch was transported to Vanderbilt University Medical Center where he died.

There were no signs of impairment at the scene.

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