Kentucky

Dale Meredith, Ida Burton Injured in Accident on KY 49 near Martens Rd near Liberty, KY

Date
July 9, 2020
Victim's Name(s)
Dale Meredith, Ida Burton
Type of Accident
Commercial Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

KY 49 & Martens Rd, Liberty, KY

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Kentucky State Police
Vehicles Involved
Passenger Car, Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
KY 49 near Martens Rd
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Vehicle crossed a center line and overcorrected causing cargo to shift into the path of another vehicle


What Happened

State Police are investigating a crash that injured two people at KY 49 near Martens Rd near Liberty, KY on July 9th, 2020. Officials say the incident happened around 1 p.m. A tractor-trailer operated by 48-year-old Dale Meredith reportedly lost control and crossed a center median. The logs being carried on the trick shifted, causing the vehicle to cross into the path of a vehicle operated by 27-year-old Ida Burton. Both drivers were hospitalized with serious injuries.

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