Louisville, KY – Fatal Semi-Truck Collision on I-64 W Near Gene Snyder

Louisville, KY (August 13, 2024) – A fatal collision on Monday, August 12, involving a semi-truck and a pickup truck resulted in the death of the pickup driver. The incident occurred around 4:50 p.m. on Interstate 64 W, near the Gene Snyder, causing a chain reaction that damaged five vehicles. 

The semi-truck driver was unharmed. Two others involved were transported to UofL Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Louisville Metro Police closed the westbound lanes, using the far left emergency lane to redirect traffic. No other injuries were reported.

Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the crash and are expected to provide updates as more information becomes available.