Smyrna Mom Killed In Crash With Arrington Fire Truck

NOLENSVILLE, TN — A Smyrna mom died Thursday after her car was hit by an Arrington fire truck in Nolensville.

Nikki Walden was on her way to pick up her 3-year-old daughter from day care when her car was hit on Nolensville road by the fire truck. Nolensville Police Chief Troy Huffines said Walden's car was T-boned by the truck, which knocked it into a large construction vehicle near Nolensville Road's intersection with York Road. The fire truck then hit a utility pole.

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Walden also had two sons, age 11 and 7.

A witness told Fox 17 Walden hesitated before pulling out on to Nolensville Road. The witness told the station the truck was not running lights or sirens and Huffines said while the truck was responding to a call, it had been cancelled at the time of the crash. The Tennessee Highway Patrol is investigating. The Arrington Fire Department had no comment.

Walden's family has set up a GoFundMe page:

It is with great sadness to say that we have all lost a beautiful mother, daughter, sister and friend. Nikki lost her life in a tragic car accident on August 10th, 2017. She leaves behind three small children, Tristan, Easton and Aralynn, her brothers, her sister and many family and friends. First and most importantly this family needs prayers. You can never pray enough for Nikki and the people that are left to mourn her death. Nikki was a beautiful and kind young woman who always brightened the room when she entered. Her parents Angie and Lee both adored her and they should never have to experience loss at this level. They have always been such a wonderful support system for her, let's all be a support system for them. Please remember anything, anything at all, that you could give, it would be a blessing for this family. If you can do this, there are lots and lots of hard roads ahead and your support is greatly appreciated.Thank you, may God be will us all as we never ever forget our Angel.

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