A Tennessee Highway Patrol Trooper was killed in a crash Monday while responding to a call.

Trooper Matthew Gatti was responding to a call when he was killed in a car crash at mile marker 74 on I-40 Eastbound in Jackson.

In a press release, the Tennessee Highway Patrol says the crash is still under investigation and the department will not release details about the wreck until the investigation is over.

“Our hearts are filled with much grief and sadness. The family of Trooper Gatti is in our deepest thoughts and prayers. Please keep Trooper Gatti, his family and friends in your hearts and prayers,” officials said in a news release.

(PHOTO: Trooper Matt Gatti)
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