Louisville, KY (January 12, 2026) – A violent collision between an SUV and a semi-truck on Fern Valley Rd left one person critically injured early on January 11, prompting a large-scale emergency response and vehicle rescue operation.
The crash occurred near Burley Rd and was believed to involve a wrong-way driver, according to dispatch communications. Upon arrival, emergency crews found the SUV disabled in the roadway with significant damage. The driver was reported to be critically injured and trapped inside the vehicle, requiring extrication by fire personnel. The driver of the semi-truck was evaluated at the scene and appeared to have sustained minor injuries.
Fire and EMS units from multiple departments, including Louisville Fire, Engine 78, Quint 87, and Battalion 76, were called in to assist due to the severity of the crash and complexity of the rescue. Responders were advised to enter the scene by traveling the wrong way on Fern Valley Rd to gain access to the trapped patient, emphasizing the urgency of the situation.
Officials have not released the identities of those involved, and the cause of the crash remains under investigation. Whether impairment, speed, or other factors contributed to the collision has not yet been confirmed.
Our thoughts are with the critically injured driver, and we hope for a full and swift recovery.
