Floyd Co., KY – One Killed in Wreck on Rt 680 near Minnie Bridge

January 22, 2025
Local Accidents
Floyd Co., KY - One Killed in Wreck on Rt 680 near Minnie Bridge

Floyd Co., KY (January 22, 2024) – Information provided by the Kentucky State Police shows a fatal traffic accident occurred in Floyd County on January 17. The crash occurred on Route 680 near the Minnie Bridge and the intersection of Route 1101. Three vehicles were involved, though the cause of the incident remains under local law enforcement investigation. One person reportedly lost their life in the accident. Two other victims were transported to Pikeville Medical Center by ambulance. At this time, the names of those involved have not been reported. Police in Floyd County continue to investigate. 

We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim. We hope for the full recovery of the injured victims. 

Kentucky Car Crashes

Floyd co. , ky - one killed in wreck on rt 680 near minnie bridgeKentucky sees a substantial number of traffic accidents per year, numbering approximately 125,000 crashes annually. In one recent year, over 25,000 people suffered injuries in these collisions while more than 700 lost their lives. Unfortunately, traffic accidents have become a serious issue in the US and throughout the state of Kentucky, happening over 17,000 times per day across the nation. 

Car wrecks happen for numerous reasons, ranging from car problems and road conditions to negligent driver behaviors. Drivers who engage in dangerous and careless behavior while behind the wheel cause over 90% of reported traffic collisions in the US today. Some common forms of driver negligence include speeding, intoxication, distraction, and fatigue. Speeding in particular is behind over 29% of the national accident fatality rate. 

When you or a loved one has been injured in a traffic collision that you believe may have been caused by negligence, you may be wondering where you can turn for help during your recovery. A traffic accident attorney can help you file a personal injury claim for financial compensation so you can get the funds you need to pay for things like medical bills, vehicle repairs, and lost wages. 

At the Regard Law Firm, we work hard to help accident victims and their loved ones recover from devastating car accidents. Losing someone you love in a fatal crash is the only thing worse than being hurt in one yourself, and, if you believe a negligent driver caused your family member’s accident, it may only add insult to injury. A wrongful death lawyer in Floyd County can help you file a wrongful death claim so you can get the financial compensation you need to pay for funeral costs and more. 

Call our law firm at (859) 281-1318 to learn more about how we can assist you during this difficult time. 

Note: This content was developed using various external resources, including news outlets, police and fire reports, social media, and direct accounts of serious injury accidents in Kentucky. Regard Law has not independently confirmed every detail associated with this incident. If you identify any inaccurate information in this post, please notify us immediately so we can correct it. Additionally, we are willing to remove a post upon request.

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