LEXINGTON, Ky. — A traffic incident involving an SUV and a privately owned garbage truck caused minor injuries and led to one driver being cited for reckless driving on Friday afternoon.
The crash occurred at approximately 3:39 p.m. on the off-ramp of New Circle Road at Leestown Road. The Lexington Police Department reported that they received a call regarding a vehicle being operated recklessly just moments before the collision took place.
Upon arrival, authorities confirmed that the SUV driver sustained minor injuries. Subsequently, police cited the driver for reckless driving as part of their investigation into the circumstances leading up to the accident.
Officials have not provided details on the specific cause of the driver’s recklessness nor the extent of the damage to both vehicles involved. However, they continue to encourage safe driving practices in the area.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of adhering to traffic regulations and the potential consequences of reckless driving.
