Louisville, KY - Injury Hit-and-Run Crash at Hodge St and E Chestnut St

Louisville, KY (November 26, 2025) - A hit-and-run crash involving several vehicles injured multiple people, including a child, on Tuesday evening, November 25, in Louisville. The wreck happened at the intersection of Hodge Street and East Chestnut Street. Dispatchers received the call around 6:58 p.m., and officers and medical crews rushed to help.

One driver caused the collision and then left before responders arrived. The impact hurt several occupants. Paramedics treated victims at the scene and transported those who needed hospital care. 

Officials have not released the names of the injured or shared full medical updates yet. They did confirm that a child suffered injuries, which added to the urgency of the response.

Police secured the intersection and began documenting the wreck. Investigators have not confirmed how many vehicles the hit-and-run driver struck or what the driver did right before the crash. 

Louisville police continue to investigate and are working to identify the driver responsible.

We hope every injured person receives steady care and recovers fully. 

Hit and Run Accidents in Louisville

Hit and run crashes remain a serious safety issue in Louisville and across Kentucky. These collisions can happen in seconds, and when a driver runs, victims face extra fear and uncertainty. Several common factors may explain why hit-and-run crashes happen in busy Louisville intersections:

• A driver may panic after the impact and flee instead of facing responsibility.
• Some drivers lack insurance or fear high costs, so they leave to avoid financial trouble.
• A driver may hold a suspended license or face prior violations, and worry about arrest.
• Speeding through city streets can reduce reaction time and lead to rear-end or side impacts.
• Distracted driving, such as phone use, can cause a driver to miss a stop or a turning car.
• Heavy evening traffic can create quick lane shifts and sudden braking near downtown corridors.
• Poor visibility at dusk or night can make it harder to judge distance and gaps.
• Alcohol or drug impairment can cloud judgment and increase the chance that a driver runs.
• Confusing intersections with close side streets can lead to last-second turns and crashes.

In a car accident like this one, victims often deal with medical bills, missed work, and stress that affects the whole family. Children may also face emotional effects after a frightening crash. Even when injuries seem minor at first, pain can grow later, especially in the neck, back, or head. That is why follow-up care matters.

Hit and run claims can also get complicated. Victims may need to rely on uninsured motorist coverage while police search for the fleeing driver. If officers identify that driver later, victims may pursue a claim against that person as well. Insurers sometimes delay or argue about fault, especially in multi-vehicle wrecks. 

A Louisville personal injury lawyer can step in to gather evidence, work with witnesses, and push for fair payment. Many families also choose to speak with a lawyer to handle insurer calls and protect them from low settlement pressure.

If you or someone you love suffered injuries in a hit-and-run in Louisville or anywhere across Kentucky, we encourage you to get legal advice soon. At Byrnes Law Office, we help injured families understand their rights and take clear steps forward. 

Our team of lawyers offers free consultations, and we are ready to support you through the claim process. Call Byrnes Law Office at (502)364 2500 today while the investigation continues.

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Disclaimer: Byrnes Law Office is dedicated to improving safety for Kentucky drivers. Our goal is to raise awareness about the dangers of driving and the need to use caution. This is not a solicitation for business, and none of the information constitutes legal or medical advice. Photos in this post are not of the actual accident scene.