Louisville, KY (August 18, 2025) – An injury crash involving two white pickup trucks occurred Sunday afternoon on northbound IN-265 in Louisville, with one of the vehicles fleeing the scene. The incident, reported just before 2:40 p.m., is being investigated as a hit-and-run by Louisville Metro Police.
According to radio communications, the crash involved a white Ford Maverick pickup and another unidentified white pickup truck. One person sustained injuries during the collision, though specific details on the severity have not yet been released. Emergency medical personnel responded to evaluate and treat the injured individual.
The suspect vehicle left the scene before police arrived. Authorities are continuing to investigate and are seeking any witnesses or surveillance footage that could help identify the hit-and-run driver.
Traffic in the area was disrupted for a period as responders assisted the injured party and cleared the scene.
Our thoughts are with the injured individual, and we hope for their full and swift recovery.
Hit-and-Run Collisions in Kentucky
Crashes involving fleeing drivers—like the one Sunday on IN-265—are particularly alarming, both for the danger they pose and the difficulty in holding offenders accountable. When someone is injured and the responsible party leaves the scene, victims are left not only with physical trauma but also with uncertainty about medical coverage, vehicle damage, and legal recourse.
IN-265 serves as a major connector around the Louisville metro area and often carries fast-moving commuter and commercial traffic. Collisions involving pickup trucks, especially on highways, can result in significant impact force, and injuries may range from soft tissue trauma to more serious internal damage depending on the angle and speed of collision.
Hit-and-run drivers may flee for a number of reasons—lack of insurance, intoxication, fear of arrest—but doing so is a criminal offense under Kentucky law. Victims of these incidents are strongly encouraged to seek medical attention immediately and document everything possible for investigators.
Local Accident Reports works to support those affected by hit-and-run crashes by connecting them with trusted medical and legal resources, guiding them through the recovery process, and helping them understand their rights.
If you or someone you care about has been injured in a hit-and-run accident in Louisville or anywhere in Jefferson County, contact Local Accident Reports today. Our team is ready to assist you with clear, compassionate support and help you move forward with confidence.
