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Fatal Car Wreck in Trimble County


A fatal car wreck in Trimble County took place the morning of Thursday, May 27, 2021, according to WDRB.  This accident took place on US-421 at around 9:50 am. Police responded to the crash and took notes on the incident.  Police officers from Post 5 responded to the 911 call.  In a news release, the police say that it is believed the driver of a Chevrolet Cavalier was traveling south on US-421 when his car collided with two other vehicles that were headed northbound after the Chevrolet drifted over the centerline.

The man died from his injuries he sustained shortly after the collision. One driver from one of the other cars was immediately taken to a hospital to be treated for injuries but the extent of their injuries is unknown. Post 5 Kentucky State Police will continue to investigate the crash.

Be Aware of Other Drivers

Always be aware of your surroundings when you drive. Even If you are driving cautiously and are obeying all of the rules of the road other drivers can make mistakes. As in this case, one driver lost control of their car and drifted into on-coming traffic. Always be aware of the possibility of mistakes happening such as this. Be sure to leave yourself enough room to react to other cars and any erratic drivers.

Contacting a Lawyer After an Auto Accident

Even if you are driving cautiously with your full attention on the roadway, sometimes these types of accidents are unavoidable. Despite your best efforts you or a loved one may fall victim to an unfortunate collision such as this accident. If you or a loved one have been injured in a car accident, it is important to retain a lawyer to get you or your loved one the compensation you or your loved one. We at the Meagher Injury Lawyers will work to get you the maximum amount of money possible for your car accident claim. Don’t wait, call Tate and let him and his team take care of your legal troubles while you focus on getting better.