Lexington, KY (January 22, 2026) – A morning collision in Lexington’s Eastside area left one person injured near the intersection of Richmond Rd and Mentelle Park on January 21. The incident occurred shortly after 8:25 a.m. and triggered a response from police, fire units, and EMS personnel.
Emergency responders arrived to find vehicles with visible damage and at least one individual requiring medical attention. Paramedics provided care at the scene, though the severity of the injuries has not been officially confirmed. It is not yet clear how many people or vehicles were involved.
Traffic through the intersection was slowed while crews worked to assist the injured and safely clear the roadway. No entrapments were reported, and fire crews ensured the area posed no additional hazards during their response.
Authorities are reviewing the details of the crash, including any contributing factors that may have led to the incident.
We hope for a quick and full recovery for the person injured in the crash.
