Two dead after collision in South Nashville

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A crash in South Nashville left two people dead on Tuesday afternoon.

According to Metro Police, a Chevrolet Cruze Sedan with two people inside was traveling on Paragon Mills Road on Tuesday afternoon when it left its lane and sideswiped a GMC van.

Police said the Cruze lost control and left the roadway, striking a tree. Both the driver and passenger died in the crash. Police believe speed was a contributing factor in the crash.

The driver of the GMC van was not injured but was cited for driving without a license.