Fatal Crash on I-65 Southbound near Bowling Green: Mason Barnes
By Accident.NEWS
Publish Date: July 10, 2023
One firefighter being treated at the hospital out of caution
Kentucky State Police are currently investigating a tragic accident that occurred on I-65 southbound near the 12-mile marker. The crash has resulted in the blockage of both the left and middle lanes, causing significant disruption to traffic flow.
According to Mason Barnes, Judge-Executive of Simpson County, Franklin-Simpson Fire & Rescue swiftly responded to a three-car collision on I-65 Saturday. Unfortunately, during their response efforts, one of the fire trucks was rear-ended and completely totaled.
Tragically, both occupants of the vehicle that collided with the fire truck were pronounced dead at the scene. This devastating loss has sent shockwaves through the community.
In light of this incident, one firefighter who was present in the fire truck is currently receiving medical treatment at a nearby hospital as a precautionary measure. Although no serious injuries have been reported thus far among emergency personnel involved in this unfortunate event, it is crucial for them to undergo thorough examinations following such traumatic incidents.
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has issued an advisory urging motorists traveling southbound on I-65 towards Bowling Green to seek alternative routes due to this ongoing investigation and subsequent lane closures. As a result of these detours, increased traffic congestion can be expected along I-165 and US 31-W. Commuters should anticipate delays while authorities work diligently at clearing up the wreckage and gathering evidence related to this fatal crash.
As more information becomes available regarding this heartbreaking incident on I-65 near Bowling Green, we will provide updates accordingly.
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Incident at a Glance
- Parties Involved:
- Mason Barnes
- Vehicles:
- fire truck, vehicle
- Fatality:
- YES
- State:
- Kentucky
- City:
- Bowling Green
- Location:
- I-65 southbound near the 12-mile marker
- Date of Incident:
- 2023-07-09
- Time of Incident:
- morning
I-65 southbound near the 12-mile marker
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