Greenup Co., KY – US-23 Scene of Injury Crash near I. Russel Brdg

Greenup Co., KY (April 7, 2025) – Kentucky State Police (KSP) were called to the scene of a traffic accident with injuries on Saturday, April 5. Shortly before 5:45 p.m., the wreck occurred on US-23 near the Ironton Russel Bridge.

Reports show a patrol vehicle collided with a passenger car while responding to a call. As the officer was driving along US-23, through the intersection with Oakley Collins Memorial Bridge, it collided with a 2017 Hyundai SUV. Two people inside the Hyundai sustained injuries due to the wreck. They were transported to a local hospital for treatment by ambulance. The trooper did not report any injuries. A KSP collision reconstructionist is working to investigate the details of the crash. 

We hope for the full and swift recovery of the injured victims. 

Kentucky Car Accidents

Car accidents are an unfortunate daily reality in Kentucky, with over 150,000 crashes reported across the state each year. Of those, around 25,000 result in injuries, and approximately 700 lives are lost annually. On a national scale, the numbers are even more sobering—more than 6 million accidents occur each year, injuring roughly 3 million people and claiming over 40,000 lives.

Sadly, the vast majority of these collisions—over 90%—are preventable. They’re caused by negligent driving behaviors that put lives at risk every day. Common forms of negligence include driving under the influence, distracted driving, speeding, and operating a vehicle while fatigued. In fact, driver negligence is responsible for more than 70% of fatal accidents nationwide.

Every year, millions of innocent people suffer because of the careless actions of others behind the wheel. When a driver fails to act responsibly, they endanger not only themselves but everyone else on the road.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a crash that a negligent driver caused, you don’t have to face the aftermath alone. At Regard Law Group, we’re dedicated to supporting accident victims and their families through the legal process and helping them secure the financial recovery they deserve.

Let us handle the legal complexities while you focus on healing. Our skilled car accident attorneys in Greenup County will work to build a strong claim on your behalf and stand up to the insurance companies so you don’t have to.

Call us today at (859) 281-1318 for a free consultation. At Regard Law Group, we’re committed to being the compassionate and knowledgeable legal team you need in this challenging time—fighting for your rights and your recovery every step of the way.

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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