Lexington, KY (January 9, 2025) – Shortly after 5:00 p.m., on January 8, a traffic accident with injuries occurred in Lexington. Multiple responders were dispatched to the crash scene on Man O War Boulevard near Winthrop Drive shortly after the wreck. Medics were seen helping injured victims at the scene before transporting those in need of extensive medical care to local hospitals. The identities of the harmed victims have not been reported at this time. Police in Lexington continue to investigate.
Our thoughts are with those involved. We hope for their full recovery.
Kentucky Auto Collisions
In 2022, the state of Kentucky saw over 700 deaths related to car accidents. Yearly, the Bluegrass State sees over 150,000 auto collisions that cause injuries to tens of thousands of people. Sadly, most of these wrecks are preventable and caused by drivers who operate their vehicles while engaging in careless and reckless behaviors.
Some of the most common types of driver negligence in Kentucky in the United States today include intoxication, speeding, fatigue, and distraction. Driver distraction is currently the leading type of negligence seen on American roadways, causing over 400,000 collisions per year. Unfortunately, over 3,000 people are killed annually in crashes caused by distracted drivers.
At the Byrnes Law Firm, our Lexington car crash lawyers have worked for decades to help accident victims and their family members recover from devastating car crashes. We will work hard to ensure that you and your loved ones can recover physically, emotionally, and financially after a serious car crash.
Call us at 502-364-2500 if you or someone you love has been hurt in a crash caused by negligence. We have made it our personal and professional duty to help people like you get the money they need to cover the damages imposed upon them by negligent drivers.
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Disclaimer: The 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.