I-65 Warren County Semi vs. Pickup Near MM 45: What We Know, Evidence to Save, and Your Rights (Nov. 4, 2025)

Quick facts (public info only)

• When/where: ~6:30 a.m., Tue., Nov. 4, 2025, I-65 Northbound near mile marker 45, Warren County (Bowling Green).

• Vehicles: Semi/tractor-trailer and a pickup truck.

• Injuries: One person hospitalized; interstate lanes closed during the investigation and later reopened.

• Carrier: Unknown (no company name or USDOT publicly released).

• Severity: Medium under our criteria (interstate disruption + hospitalization).

• Source: WBKO: KSP confirms one hospitalized after semi vs. pickup near MM 45.

Liability snapshot (public-info framing)

Depending on reconstruction, potential defendants can include the semi driver and their motor carrier/employer (vicarious liability; training/supervision; maintenance). If evidence shows contributing conduct by the pickup driver (lane position, sudden lane change, or unsafe speed), comparative fault may be assessed. Facts will turn on closing speed, lane position, and lookout.

Coverage note: Interstate CMVs typically carry higher liability limits than personal autos (often $750k–$1M+ primary).

What evidence will decide fault on an interstate crash like this?

• ELD/telematics from the semi: speed profile, hard-brake events, GPS pings, hours-of-service.

• Dash-cam video: tractor forward/driver-facing (and any trailer side/rear cams).

• ECM + trailer ABS logs: speed, throttle, brake application, wheel-speed anomalies.

• Scene forensics: lane markings, debris/gouge locations, final rest positions around MM 45.

• Third-party video: KYTC cameras, nearby businesses, and motorists’ dash-cams.

• 911/CAD timestamps & trooper body-cam: to lock the timeline and lane status.

Act quickly—many dash-cam/ELD systems overwrite within days. A targeted preservation (spoliation) letter is critical.

Plain-English answers to common questions

“Not my fault—the semi hit my pickup on I-65. Who’s liable?”

Usually the driver and motor carrier, proven with ELD/ECM, dash-cam, and scene mapping. Comparative fault applies in Kentucky, so clear evidence matters.

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“How do I get KYTC camera clips and 911/CAD logs?”

Request them immediately with precise time windows (e.g., 6:15–6:45 a.m. CT) and location (I-65 NB MM 45). Ask for any maintenance/incident notes tied to the closure.

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“Do I need a spoliation letter for ELD/dash-cam?”

Yes. Demand ELD, telematics, dash-cam, ECM, trailer ABS, dispatch messages, driver file, and HOS logs, and notify the tow yard not to power the truck before a joint inspection.

If you were involved or injured

1. Medical first—follow treatment and save every bill and record.

2. Preserve evidence now—send preservation letters to the carrier and tow yard; request KYTC camera and 911/CAD logs for MM 45.

3. Don’t repair or dispose of vehicles until documented by your experts.

4. Avoid recorded statements to insurers until you understand your rights.

5. Track all losses—lost wages, travel costs, home help, and day-to-day impacts.

How Morrin Law Office helps after an I-65 crash (Bowling Green / Warren County)

• First 72 hours: We issue same-day preservation letters for ELD, dash-cam, telematics, ECM, trailer ABS, dispatch notes, driver file, and HOS logs, and request KYTC camera clips and 911/CAD timelines for MM 45.

• Reconstruction done right: We sync telemetry and video to show closing speed, lane position, and lookout, and examine load/maintenance factors that can expand liability.

• Coverage mapping: We identify primary and any excess/umbrella policies common to interstate carriers.

• No-pressure consult: Call (859) 358-0300 for a same-day evidence plan focused on Warren County / I-65.

Source: WBKO – KSP confirms one hospitalized after semi vs. pickup near I-65 NB MM 45 (Nov. 4, 2025).