Louisville, KY (May 20, 2020) – A motor vehicle accident claimed one person’s life and left a second victim critically injured.
At around 3 p.m., on May 17, the Louisville Metro Police Department responded to the scene of a motor vehicle accident on Minor Lane. Reports show that a black pickup truck collided with a second vehicle on Minor Lane while crossing Outer Loop.
The driver of the black pickup truck suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident.
The driver of the second vehicle suffered critical injuries and was rushed to University Hospital.
At this time, the LMPD is investigating.
Our thoughts are with the victim injured in this accident.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the driver who lost his or her life in this accident. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Fatal Motor Vehicle Accidents in Louisville, Kentucky
Approximately 100 people lose their lives in auto collisions in the Louisville area each year. These incidents continue to increase in frequency and severity, leaving families throughout Jefferson County to deal with the overwhelming consequences. When someone loses their life in a motor vehicle accident that is caused by another driver, it is crucial that the surviving family members reach out to a wrongful death attorney in Kentucky as soon as possible.
Kentucky car accident attorney Aaron Whaley is dedicated to helping families move forward after losing a loved one in a fatal collision that was caused by a reckless or negligent driver. The Whaley Law Firm advocates on behalf of victims and surviving families to ensure they get the justice they deserve from those who cause their families harm. If your loved one lost their life in an accident that occurred as a result of another driver’s actions, contact our personal injury law firm in Louisville 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.