LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A serious motorcycle crash occurred Friday night at the intersection of Westport Road and I-265, injuring both the motorcyclist and their passenger.
According to the Louisville Metro Police, authorities received reports of the crash around 9:15 p.m. Initial investigations indicate that a Ford F-150 turned left from Westport Road onto I-165 southbound and collided with an oncoming motorcycle. The driver of the pickup fled the scene on foot without providing assistance.
Both the motorcyclist and passenger, who are adults, were transported to UofL Hospital. The passenger suffered serious injuries, while the motorcyclist's injuries are reported as non-life-threatening.
Officials confirmed that neither individual was wearing a helmet during the incident. LMPD officers searched for the pickup truck driver but were unable to locate them. The investigation is now being handled by LMPD's traffic unit.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident or the driver of the Ford F-150 to contact the anonymous tip line at 502-574-LMPD (5673) or visit the online crime tip portal.