Nelson Co., KY – One Killed, One Hurt in Collision on Bluegrass Pkwy

Nelson Co., KY (February 24, 2025) – One person lost their life and another was injured after a collision in Nelson County. Emergency responders were sent to the scene on the Bluegrass Parkway at approximately 11:00 p.m. on February 21. Police said the wreck occurred near the 13-mile marker when a vehicle was stopped in the westbound emergency lane.

One person was changing a tire on the car while another pedestrian, 20-year-old Amari Mays-Clark, a Frankfort resident, was standing near the car’s rear. A vehicle then crossed the fog line and struck both people and then continued driving. Mays-Clark died at the scene. The other victim was transported to the hospital with injuries. Kentucky State Police report the driver later turned himself in and was charged with vehicular homicide while under the influence as well as leaving the scene of a crash and assault. Police in Nelson County continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash. 

We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of Amari Mays-Clark. We also hope for the full recovery of the injured victim.

Kentucky Car Crashes

Car accidents happen constantly in Kentucky, with over 400 wrecks reported per day. Yearly, the state sees approximately 150,000 traffic accidents. A large portion of these crashes involve injuries and fatalities. Approximately 25,000 people are hurt per year in Kentucky auto accidents while over 700 end up losing their lives. Sadly, the majority of these accidents are caused by the actions of negligent drivers. 

Negligent driving is the cause of more than 5 million auto accidents per year in the United States. Some of the most prevalent forms of negligent driving seen in America today include fatigue, speeding, intoxication, and distraction. When drivers behave negligently while behind the wheel, they risk their own lives and the lives of other drivers on the road. 

When pedestrians are involved in auto accidents, they often suffer severe or even fatal injuries. Every year, over 7,000 pedestrians lose their lives in traffic collisions in the United States. Unfortunately, over half of reported pedestrian wrecks in the US are caused by the actions of negligent drivers.

If you have recently experienced the devastating loss of a loved in a car accident, you may be going through a troubling time. Working with a wrongful death attorney can help you a great deal during the aftermath of your tragic and sudden loss. A bold and empathetic lawyer can help you navigate the complexities of insurance claims and get you the financial compensation you need and deserve related to lost wages, vehicle repairs, and more.

At Regard Law Group, 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, don’t hesitate to consult with our proficient legal team about your chances to pursue fair compensation. Our wrongful death lawyer in Nelson 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 Regard Law Group at (859) 281-1318 to learn more about how we can assist you during this grieving and challenging 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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