Nashville, October 27, 2025
News Summary
In a devastating accident on Mt. View Road, four teenagers lost their lives in a high-speed collision between an Infiniti G37 and a Jeep Renegade. The crash raised significant concerns about road safety and seatbelt use among young drivers, with witnesses noting the excessive speed of the Infiniti prior to the impact. Investigations are ongoing as authorities urge anyone with information to come forward, emphasizing the need for heightened vigilance on the roads.
Nashville, TN – Four teenagers tragically lost their lives in a two-vehicle crash that occurred in the early hours of Sunday, October 26, 2025, on Mt. View Road near Asheford Trace. The accident took place around 12:45 a.m. and involved a high-speed collision between an Infiniti G37 and a Jeep Renegade.
The Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) reported that the Infiniti, driven by 17-year-old Kerlos Toma from Murfreesboro, was traveling southbound at a dangerously high rate of speed before colliding with the northbound Jeep Renegade. Tragically, all passengers in the Infiniti were killed, including 19-year-old Maximos Ibrahim and 17-year-old Raafat Nassif, both from Nashville, who died at the scene. Another passenger, 19-year-old David Fakhory from Nolensville, was taken to Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) but succumbed to his injuries later. Kerlos Toma, the driver, was also transported to VUMC with life-threatening injuries but died later that afternoon.
The Jeep Renegade was driven by a 24-year-old man who sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries and was also taken to VUMC for treatment. Notably, none of the five individuals involved in the crash were wearing seatbelts at the time of the accident. Investigators noted that the Infiniti was partially in the northbound lane at the moment of impact, which has raised concerns about the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Witnesses to the incident reported that the Infiniti was speeding excessively leading up to the crash. However, no details have been released regarding the speed or driving conditions of the Jeep Renegade. The case is being handled by the District Attorney’s Office as part of the ongoing investigation into the incident, which has shocked the local community.
This tragic event has reignited discussions on the importance of seatbelt use and adherence to speed limits, particularly among younger drivers who may be more prone to reckless behavior on the road.
Investigative Follow-Up
As the investigation continues, police are urging anyone with further information about the crash to come forward. The MNPD is working diligently to understand the factors that contributed to this incident and is collaborating with the District Attorney’s Office for any necessary legal actions that may arise from the findings.
Background Context
Traffic accidents involving young drivers often spotlight issues of road safety, particularly concerning speed and seatbelt usage. National statistics indicate that motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of death among teenagers in the United States. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, around 2,500 teens between the ages of 16 and 19 are killed in crashes each year, highlighting the critical importance of driver education and safety enforcement.
Summary of the Incident:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date & Time | October 26, 2025, at approximately 12:45 a.m. |
| Location | Mt. View Road near Asheford Trace, Nashville |
| Vehicle Types Involved | Infiniti G37, Jeep Renegade |
| Deaths | Four teenagers (Maximos Ibrahim, Raafat Nassif, David Fakhory, Kerlos Toma) |
| Injuries | One driver from the Jeep Renegade (serious but non-life-threatening) |
| Seatbelt Usage | None of the five individuals were wearing seatbelts |
| Investigation Status | Ongoing, under the supervision of the District Attorney’s Office |
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