WOODFORD COUNTY, Ky. (SOCIETY ALERT) – A devastating multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 64 in central Kentucky left three people dead last week, two of whom were residents of the Tri-State area. The fiery collision occurred in Woodford County on September 12, according to Kentucky State Police.
Investigators reported that the accident involved six vehicles, including four tractor-trailers and two passenger cars. The crash created a chaotic scene on the busy stretch of highway, with first responders working for hours to clear the wreckage and manage the fire that broke out following the collision.
Authorities confirmed that two truck drivers and one individual from a passenger vehicle were killed in the crash. Additionally, three others sustained injuries and required medical attention, though details regarding the extent of their conditions have not been fully disclosed.
The Woodford County Coroner’s Office released the identities of the victims. They were 43-year-old Matthew Jackson of Cincinnati, 39-year-old John McBroom of Crittenden, and 50-year-old Casey Whitlock of Paris. Each of the victims’ deaths sent shockwaves through their communities, as friends and family began mourning the sudden and tragic losses.
Matthew Jackson, one of the truck drivers involved in the accident, leaves behind two young daughters. A GoFundMe campaign has been launched in his memory to provide financial assistance for his children and family during this difficult time. Those who knew him described Jackson as a dedicated father and a hardworking man who provided for his family with pride and love. His untimely passing has left many grieving across Cincinnati and beyond.
John McBroom, the other Tri-State resident killed, was from Crittenden. Community members have expressed deep sadness over his death, remembering him as a friendly and reliable presence. Meanwhile, Casey Whitlock, a 50-year-old from Paris, was also identified as one of the victims. Details about Whitlock’s role in the crash have not yet been shared publicly, but his loss adds to the heartbreak of the already tragic situation.
The crash is still under investigation by Kentucky State Police, who are working to determine what led to the chain reaction involving so many vehicles. Investigators have not yet confirmed whether speed, driver error, or other factors such as mechanical failure or weather conditions played a role.
Interstate 64 was shut down for hours as crews worked to clear the mangled vehicles and extinguish the fire that erupted after the impact. Motorists were diverted to alternate routes, causing delays throughout the region. The scale of the crash and the destruction left behind underscored the violent nature of the collision.
As the investigation continues, the families of the victims are left to grapple with the suddenness of their losses. Tributes have poured in for all three men, and community support efforts have been set up to help their loved ones.
This tragedy highlights the dangers that can arise on busy highways and serves as a painful reminder of the devastating impact of multi-vehicle crashes, leaving behind not only wreckage on the road but lasting scars for the families and communities of those lost.
