URGENT UPDATE: A devastating crash in Fayette County has left three people dead and five others hospitalized following a serious collision involving three vehicles. The accident occurred on October 23, 2023, around 5:30 PM on Route 40 near Dark Hollow Road in Henry Clay Township.
According to state police, the chaos began when a tractor-trailer traveling eastbound veered into the westbound lanes, colliding head-on with a Ford pickup truck. The impact was catastrophic, leading to a second head-on collision with a Chevrolet express van. Tragically, the drivers of both the tractor-trailer and the pickup truck, along with a front-seat passenger in the van, were pronounced dead at the scene.
Survivors from the van, which included its driver, were rushed to local hospitals for urgent medical evaluation and treatment. Their conditions have not been disclosed, but authorities are monitoring the situation closely as investigations continue.
The Fayette County Coroner, Bob Baker, confirmed that his office is working alongside state police to identify the victims, citing the severity of the incident. Families of the victims are being notified, and their names are being withheld until next of kin can be informed.
As the investigation unfolds, the Trooper B Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Specialists (CARS) and the Forensic Services Unit (FSU) are actively involved in piecing together the details of this tragic event.
This horrific crash underscores the importance of road safety and has sent shockwaves through the local community. Authorities are urging drivers to remain vigilant and cautious while on the roads, especially during peak travel hours.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops. The community is mourning, and our thoughts are with the families affected by this tragic event.
