Clark County, KY (April 8, 2020) – An auto accident early Tuesday sadly claimed the lives of two men and left one other person in critical condition.
On April 7, emergency crews in Clark County were called to the scene of a devastating auto collision on Boonesborough Road. Reports indicate that a 37-year-old male was traveling a Chevrolet Tahoe north along the highway when his vehicle collided head-on with a Dodge Dakota, which was driven by a 38-year-old male.
Both drivers suffered fatal injuries in the accident and were immediately pronounced deceased at the scene.
A passenger inside the Dakota suffered serious injuries in the collision. The passenger was airlifted to the University of Kentucky Medical Center for treatment.
At this time, police are investigating the cause of the collision.
Our deepest condolences go out to the families of the victims who lost their lives in this tragic accident. Our thoughts are with everyone who was affected by this incident.
Fatal Auto Accidents in Kentucky
Every year, more than 700 people lose their lives in tragic collisions across our state. These accidents are often devastating, leaving grieving families to deal with sudden end-of-life arrangements and an array of unexpected changes. Unfortunately, many victims end up suffering fatal injuries as a result of another driver’s actions. When victims lose their lives in accidents, due to the reckless actions of others, it is crucial that their families contact a wrongful death attorney in Kentucky to see what legal options may be available for them.
Kentucky car accident attorney Aaron Whaley works diligently to ensure families who are impacted by fatal collisions are able to protect their legal rights. Attorney Whaley is dedicated to advocating for families to ensure they get justice from those who cause them harm so they can collect the compensation they need for funeral arrangements, lost wages, and other damages resulting from their accidents. If you were injured in an accident, contact our Kentucky law firm at (502) 583-4022 to see how we can help you protect your legal rights.
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Disclaimer: As esteemed members of the local community, we at The Whaley Law Firm are always striving to improve safety for all Kentucky drivers who live and work in our beautiful state. We are, of course, always extremely saddened by these tragic accidents that happen on a daily basis but we do hope that by bringing awareness to the dangers that are lurking at every turn, other members of our community will take the necessary precautions to avoid these crashes. This is not intended to be a solicitation for business. Please do not misconstrue any of this information as legal or medical advice. The photos depicted in this post are not representative of the actual accident scene.