LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A crash on an interstate ramp in south Louisville resulted in one fatality Wednesday evening.
The incident occurred around 6:30 p.m. when a vehicle carrying three women struck a barrier while merging onto I-264 E from Cane Run Road, according to the Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD).
One passenger was transported to a local hospital but later succumbed to her injuries. The other two women involved were not injured.
LMPD officials indicated that speed may have contributed to the crash. The matter has been referred to the Commonwealth's Attorney's Office for potential charges.
The LMPD Traffic Unit is actively investigating the incident.