Leslie County, KY (July 27, 2026) – Two people lost their lives in two separate traffic incidents on July 25 along Hal Rogers Parkway near mile marker 37 in Leslie County. The first involved two vehicles, while a second roadway crash happened nearby as emergency units were working in the same stretch of highway.
According to initial information, one person died in the first two-vehicle collision on Hal Rogers Parkway. While crews remained at the roadway, another crash occurred in the same vicinity shortly after 7 p.m., resulting in a second fatality.
The highway was shut down for an undetermined period as crews worked through both crashes and cleared the roadway.
The cause of both crashes remains under review as investigators continue gathering information.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to the families and loved ones of those who died.
Why Secondary Crashes Can Be Especially Dangerous
Secondary crashes occur when another vehicle becomes involved in a roadway emergency that is already underway. These collisions usually happen because drivers encounter stopped traffic, emergency vehicles, or unexpected lane closures with little time to react. Reduced visibility, distracted driving, and excessive speed can all increase the risk of another crash developing near an existing one.
When a roadway is blocked following a serious collision, drivers are encouraged to slow down well in advance, follow traffic control directions, and remain alert for emergency personnel and changing traffic patterns. Giving extra space around active crash scenes helps protect everyone working along the roadway and can reduce the likelihood of additional collisions.
