Louisville, KY (September 9, 2024) – A tragic crash late Sunday night, September 8, on Southern Parkway claimed one life and left another person seriously injured, according to Louisville Metro Police. The incident occurred around 11:56 p.m. when a pickup truck lost control, collided head-on with a tree, and caught fire.
Louisville Fire and Rescue responded swiftly, extinguishing the blaze and discovering the driver with severe injuries. The passenger was pronounced dead at the scene. The injured driver was transported to University Hospital; his current condition remains unknown.
The investigation into the crash is ongoing, with further details expected as it progresses.