I-71 Northbound Crash Involving Disabled Commercial Vehicle in Carroll County (Sept 3, 2025)

What Happened (per public reports)

On Wednesday, September 3, 2025, around 5:20 a.m., a crash occurred on I-71 North in Carroll County, Kentucky. According to Kentucky State Police Post 5, a Ford C-Max rear-ended a Ford pickup before leaving the lane and striking the rear of a disabled commercial motor vehicle parked on the right shoulder. The C-Max driver, a 75-year-old from Nashville, TN, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The investigation remains open. 

We will update this post if KSP or local officials release additional, reliable information. 

Safety Reminders for Highway Shoulder Scenes

• Move Over & Slow Down. When you see hazards, responders, or stopped vehicles on the shoulder, change lanes if safe and reduce speed.

• Pre-dawn/low-light driving. Increase following distance and scan farther ahead—visibility and reaction time are reduced before sunrise.

• Expect secondary hazards. Debris, tow/recovery activity, and emergency crews may be present near a disabled vehicle.

What To Do After a Serious Interstate Crash (General Steps)

• Seek medical care immediately and follow your provider’s instructions.

• Document the scene: photos/video of vehicle positions, skid marks, debris fields, lane lines, and shoulder setups.

• Capture identifiers: carrier name and USDOT number (if a truck is present), license plates, witness names, and responding agencies.

• Preserve evidence: save dash-cam files; keep your phone and vehicle EDR/ECM data; don’t repair or discard key items before documenting.

• Be cautious with insurers: share basic facts until you understand your rights; consider delaying recorded statements if you’re unsure.

Evidence & Records Checklist (If a Commercial Vehicle Is Involved)

• Police collision report and any reconstruction diagrams

• Passenger-vehicle EDR/ECM data; truck ELD/telematics, inspection results, and dispatch notes

• Details on warning-device deployment for the disabled CMV (triangles, cones, lighting)

• Tow/cleanup invoices; 911 audio and dispatch/CAD logs

• Traffic/roadway camera stills or third-party dash-cam footage (time-stamped)

How Morrin Law Office Helps

Morrin Law Office assists Kentuckians after serious commercial-vehicle and interstate collisions across the I-71/I-75/I-64 corridors. We help families and injured drivers:

• Understand options and timelines in plain English

• Preserve critical evidence early (including appropriate preservation letters)

• Coordinate medical documentation and, when appropriate, consult qualified experts

We offer free information and consultations if you have questions after a truck-related crash.

Contact Morrin Law Office

Phone: (859) 358-0300

Website: morrinlawoffice.com

Office: 214 W Main St, Richmond, KY 40475

We serve clients across Kentucky.

FAQs

Does a disabled truck on the shoulder automatically change fault?

No. Investigators consider visibility, placement and timing of warning devices, driver behavior, and roadway conditions. 

What if I’m partly at fault?

Kentucky’s comparative-fault rules may still allow recovery, reduced by your share of responsibility.

How soon do I need to act?

Deadlines can be short. Ask about time limits that may apply to your situation.

Should I talk to the other insurer?

Provide basic facts only until you understand your rights. Consider getting guidance before giving a recorded statement.

Disclaimer

This post summarizes public reporting and provides general information. It is not legal advice and not a solicitation. Do not contact crash victims or families based on this post. Facts may change as official reports are released; we will update this article if new, reliable information becomes available.