2 Grayson Co. residents avoid injury in T-bone crash on Shrewsbury Rd.

Crash occurred at intersection due to obstructed view, no injuries reported.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Two people avoided injury in a T-bone crash on Shrewsbury Road (Hwy 187) in Grayson County, Kentucky. The accident occurred when a southbound Kia Optima was struck by a GMC Sierra 2500 that was turning from Armes Lively Road onto Shrewsbury Road. The driver of the truck said an embankment at the intersection blocked his view, causing him to fail to see the oncoming car.

Why it matters

T-bone crashes at intersections are a common type of accident that can result in serious injuries or fatalities, especially when visibility is obstructed. This incident highlights the importance of drivers being vigilant and exercising caution when turning at intersections with limited sight lines.

The details

According to police, the accident occurred on Thursday night around 6:35 PM in the 4400 block of Shrewsbury Road. The driver of the GMC Sierra 2500 was turning from Armes Lively Road onto Shrewsbury Road when he struck the southbound Kia Optima. The truck driver said an embankment at the intersection blocked his view, causing him to fail to see the oncoming car.

  • The accident occurred on Thursday night at approximately 6:35 PM.

The players

Joel Baker

Grayson County Deputy.

Philip Wilt

Grayson County Deputy.

Leitchfield Fire Department

Responded to the accident scene.

Grayson County EMS

Responded to the accident scene.

Grayson County Emergency Management

Responded to the accident scene.

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The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder for drivers to be extra cautious when turning at intersections with limited visibility, and for local authorities to consider measures to improve safety at problem intersections, such as adding signage, adjusting sight lines, or installing traffic signals.