LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Several people were injured after a suspected stolen car fled from police, resulting in a crash Tuesday morning.
According to the Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD), the incident occurred shortly after 11 a.m. near Dr. W.J. Hodge and Garland Streets. Officers attempted to stop a vehicle, but the driver sped away, ran a red light, and collided with another vehicle that had the right of way.
A passenger in the fleeing car was ejected during the crash and was transported to UofL Hospital in critical condition. The driver of the suspected stolen vehicle also sustained injuries but is expected to survive. Occupants of the other vehicle reported non-life-threatening injuries.
LMPD's Traffic and Public Integrity Units are investigating the incident due to its severity. This incident marks the second time in less than 24 hours that a vehicle fleeing from LMPD has overturned in a crash.