Lexington, KY – Woman Loses Life in Collision on Camelot Dr

Lexington, KY (March 17, 2025) – One person has died as a result of a traffic collision that occurred in Lexington on Friday night, March 14. Mary Downs, 67, lost her life in the wreck that occurred just after 5 p.m. on that day.

According to Lexington Police, troopers were called to the 3700 block of Camelot Drive for reports of a vehicle that had crashed into an apartment complex. When police officers arrived, they found a vehicle partially inside the structure. Two individuals were transported to a local hospital with injuries. Downs was pronounced deceased shortly after 7:00 p.m. Friday as a result of her injuries. Police in Lexington continue to investigate the circumstances of the accident. 

We want to offer our sincere condolences to the deceased victim’s family. 

Kentucky Traffic Accidents

Traffic collisions happen constantly in Kentucky, with hundreds reported daily. Every year, over 150,000 auto collisions take place in the Bluegrass State that injure tens of thousands of people. Sadly, over 700 individuals lose their lives per year in these wrecks. The majority of auto accidents reported in Kentucky and throughout the United States result from negligent driving.

Yearly, negligent drivers cause over 90% of reported auto accidents. Drivers who get behind the wheel while intoxicated, distracted, speeding, or fatigued place themselves and everyone on the road at serious risk of sustaining injuries or even losing their lives. In one recent year, over 12,000 people lost their lives in auto accidents caused by intoxicated drivers.

If you have suffered the devastating loss of a loved one in a fatal crash, a skilled attorney can help you financially recover. Though right now may seem like no time to think about money, you may be forced to face outstanding bills that stem from your loved one’s accident. An attorney can help you file a wrongful death claim for financial compensation so you can get the help you need paying for funeral costs and more. At Regard Law Group, we work around the clock to help crash victims and their loved ones recover from the damages imposed upon them by negligent drivers.

Call our reputable car accident lawyer in Lexington at (859) 281-1318 to learn about how we can help you at this time. We can build you a strong legal claim that proves another person’s fault in the cause of your accident while we aggressively negotiate with the insurance company for you to get you the financial compensation you need and the justice you deserve at this time. Please do not hesitate to contact Regard Law Group to learn more about how we can help you.

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