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Hardinsburg Today
By the People, for the People
Juvenile Airlifted After Vehicle Struck by Semi-Truck in Breckinridge Co.
Accident occurred on Highway 60 between Hardinsburg and Cloverport
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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A 17-year-old driver was airlifted to the University of Louisville Hospital after his vehicle was struck by a semi-truck in Breckinridge County, Kentucky. The accident occurred on Wednesday afternoon when a FedEx driver pulled back onto the highway and drove into the path of the semi, which then collided with the teenager's Dodge Charger.
Why it matters
Highway accidents involving commercial trucks and passenger vehicles can often result in serious injuries, especially for younger drivers. This incident highlights the need for increased safety measures and driver awareness on rural highways where visibility and reaction times can be limited.
The details
According to the Breckinridge County Sheriff's Office, the FedEx driver had just made a delivery and was re-entering the highway when the semi-truck, driven by Carroll Hager, struck the 17-year-old's Dodge Charger. The impact caused the semi-truck to flip over a guardrail. Hager was treated and released from Baptist Health Hardin, while the teenage driver was transported to a local hospital before being airlifted to the University of Louisville Hospital, where he underwent surgery for a broken leg.
- The accident occurred on Wednesday, February 12, 2026 at approximately 3:45 PM.
- The teenage driver underwent surgery on his broken leg on Thursday morning.
The players
Carroll Hager
The driver of the semi-truck involved in the collision.
17-year-old
The driver of the Dodge Charger who was airlifted to the University of Louisville Hospital.
FedEx driver
The driver of the FedEx delivery vehicle who pulled back onto the highway and into the path of the semi-truck.
What’s next
The Breckinridge County Sheriff's Office is continuing to investigate the accident and determine if any charges will be filed.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the importance of commercial vehicle safety and the need for all drivers, especially younger ones, to remain vigilant and cautious when navigating rural highways where visibility and reaction times can be limited.
