A tragic three-vehicle collision on Interstate 64 near downtown left one person dead and another injured early Friday morning. The incident occurred when a wrong-way driver caused the chain-reaction crash, sending shockwaves through the community.
Around 2:30 a.m., emergency responders were called to the scene on I-64 near the 3rd Street exit. According to the Louisville Metro Police Department, a driver traveling west in the eastbound lanes collided head-on with two other vehicles. The impact was severe, leading to the death of one individual at the scene. The victim, who has not yet been publicly identified, was pronounced dead shortly after first responders arrived.
A second driver was injured in the collision and transported to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Police say alcohol and speed appear to be factors in the crash, though an official investigation is still underway.
The incident closed several lanes of the interstate for several hours, causing significant traffic disruptions. Local authorities are urging drivers to be vigilant and avoid speeding or driving under the influence, especially during late-night hours.
As the investigation continues, officials are calling on any witnesses who may have seen the crash or the vehicle in question to come forward and assist law enforcement in piecing together the events leading up to the accident.
This tragedy serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers posed by impaired and reckless driving, highlighting the critical importance of safe driving habits on the road.
