News Summary
A series of serious traffic accidents in Lexington and Richmond, Kentucky, has triggered safety alarms among residents. This week, a tragic three-vehicle collision resulted in three fatalities, while another incident involving a police vehicle raised additional concerns. Local authorities and community leaders are addressing speeding issues in residential areas, aiming to enhance road safety.
Lexington, KY – A series of serious traffic incidents this week has raised safety concerns in Lexington and Richmond, Kentucky. The Mercer County Sheriff’s Office reported that Lexington Road/US 68 east reopened on Wednesday morning after an earlier collision that had temporarily shut down the road. Motorists were advised to avoid the area as emergency personnel responded to the scene.
Meanwhile, Richmond Police are investigating a collision involving a police officer and another vehicle at the intersection of Lexington Road and the Robert R. Martin bypass. Preliminary investigations indicate that the driver of the second vehicle mistakenly pressed the accelerator instead of the brake, leading to a collision with the police cruiser. One individual from the second vehicle sustained minor injuries and was transported to the hospital. Fortunately, the officer and their K-9 partner were unharmed. A collision reconstruction unit responded to the scene, which is standard protocol for incidents involving city-owned vehicles…