CAVE CITY, KY. (May 23, 2025) – At just after 12:00 p.m., the Kentucky State Police Post 03 received a call regarding an injury collision. Troopers arrived on the scene at the 500 block of Broadway Street.
A preliminary investigation reveals that a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado, driven by Wesley England, 41, of Hardyville, was stopped at a traffic light at Broadway Street and US 31W. In front of Mr. England's vehicle was a 2007 Chevrolet Impala, operated by Frances Laird, 69, of Cave City, which was also stopped at the traffic light. Mr. England's vehicle collided with the rear end of Ms. Laird's vehicle, pushing it through the intersection. Mr. England continued to accelerate and subsequently collided with an unoccupied Dodge Caravan and a light pole.
Mr. England was airlifted to TriStar Skyline Medical Center, while Ms. Laird was transported to Caverna Medical Center for treatment of her injuries. Unfortunately, Mr. England succumbed to his injuries on June 2, 2025, at TriStar Skyline Medical Center.
The investigation is ongoing and is being led by Trooper Landon Key, who was assisted at the scene by the Cave City Police Department, Barren County EMS, and other KSP personnel.
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