RUSSELLVILLE, Logan County, Ky., Nov. 8, 2026 — Two people were hospitalized, one of them flown by helicopter, after a two-vehicle crash on Thursday afternoon, November 5, in the 3000 block of Franklin Road in Logan County, Kentucky.
The Logan County Sheriff's Office said deputies responded to the crash around 3:19 p.m. A preliminary investigation indicated a 2003 Mazda traveling eastbound crossed into the opposing lane and struck a 2003 Chevrolet passenger car, according to the sheriff's office.
The Mazda's driver, identified by the sheriff's office as 24-year-old Savannah Rhodes of Calhoun, Kentucky, was taken to Greenview Medical Center. The Chevrolet's driver, identified as 39-year-old Jessica Pendley of Lewisburg, Kentucky, was trapped inside her vehicle and had to be extricated before being flown by Air Evac to Skyline Medical Center. The release did not specify the extent of either driver's injuries.
Both vehicles sustained heavy damage and were towed from the scene. The sheriff's office has not released further details on what caused the Mazda to cross into the opposing lane, and the crash remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with everyone involved, and we are hoping for good news.
Local Crash Information for Russellville, KY
The crash was reported on 3000 Franklin Road in Russellville. For more crash news from the area, see our latest Logan County crash news.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do immediately after a car accident?
Move to a safe location if possible, call 911 to report injuries, and avoid moving anyone who may be seriously hurt until emergency responders arrive. Exchange information with the other driver and, if you're able, document the scene with photos.
Where do most traffic accidents happen?
Many serious crashes occur on two-lane rural roads and highways, where head-on and cross-centerline collisions tend to cause more severe injuries than crashes on multi-lane roads with dividers.
What injuries are most common in car accidents like this one?
Head-on collisions commonly cause injuries such as broken bones, head and neck trauma, and internal injuries. When a vehicle occupant is trapped, extended extrication time can add to the severity of injuries.
