Air Care Called to Weekend Crash in Carroll County

Two Freightliners were involved in the crash on I-71.

(Carrollton, Ky.) – Kentucky State Police are investigating an injury accident in Carroll County.

The crash took place on Saturday on Interstate 71 near the 44-mile marker.

The preliminary investigation determined that a 2009 Freightliner semi was slowing in the right lane to exit the roadway onto the shoulder.

At that time, a 2016 Freightliner semi which was traveling in the right lane was unable to avoid striking the rear of the trailer that had moved onto the shoulder.

The impact caused the 2016 Freightliner to travel into the median before striking a cable barrier. The driver was airlifted from the scene with unknown injuries.

The crash remains under investigation.

The names of those involved were not released.

More from Local News

Events

South Ripley School Board Approves HS Baseball Field Project

St. Elizabeth and the Reds Community Fund selected South Ripley for the next renovation back in June.

Holtkamp Winery Owners Purchase Great Crescent Brewery

The purchase includes branding, beer recipes and equipment.

Cruisin' to a Cure for ALS Check Presented to ALS Association

Despite poor weather, this year's show raised over $30,000.

Career Milestones Highlight ORVC Weekly Report for Sept. 15-20

Nine student athletes earned weekly honors.

Mid-Indiana Football Conference Announces Week 5 Top Performers

Week 5 featured a matchup between two undefeated teams.

Local Sports Report - September 23, 2025

Report missing high school stats and schools to news@eaglecountryonline.com

On Air

Rick Bernius playing
JoDee Messina - Heads Carolina, Tails California

Little Big Town Tornado 14:06
Hardy Favorite Country Song 14:03
Fox News Fox News National Newscast 14:01
Vince Gill Liza Jane 13:58