Monticello, KY (March 13, 2026) – Two people were taken to hospitals after a two-vehicle crash on Thursday night, March 12, at the Beldon intersection along the Kentucky 90 Bypass in Monticello.
Emergency units were dispatched to the scene around 8:20 p.m. after reports of a collision involving a Chevrolet Silverado and a Nissan Rogue. When crews arrived, they found both vehicles damaged following the crash.
Officials said the driver of the Nissan Rogue was taken to the emergency room at Wayne County Hospital for treatment. A passenger in the same vehicle was airlifted to the University of Kentucky Medical Center.
The driver of the Chevrolet Silverado declined medical attention at the scene. Additional information about the events leading up to the collision was not immediately released.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as they become available.
Our thoughts remain with those injured as they recover.
Why Intersection Crashes Often Involve Multiple Vehicles
Intersections such as the Beldon intersection along the Kentucky 90 Bypass bring together vehicles traveling from several directions. Drivers may be turning, slowing, or crossing traffic at the same point, which increases the chance of collisions.
Two-vehicle crashes at intersections often occur when one driver misjudges the speed or distance of another vehicle. Sudden turns, failure to yield, or confusion about right-of-way can lead to impacts between cars moving through the crossing.
When passengers are involved, injuries may vary depending on the position inside the vehicle and the direction of the impact. The angle of the crash and the speed of the vehicles can influence how serious the injuries become.
