Woman dies in crash near Valley Station

Authorities say one vehicle swerved to avoid another, leading to a head-on collision.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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A woman has died after a two-vehicle crash that occurred on Sunday evening near the Valley Station neighborhood in Louisville, Kentucky. According to police, one vehicle swerved to avoid another vehicle pulling out of a driveway, resulting in a head-on collision. The driver of the swerving vehicle was taken to the hospital with expected survival, while the passenger of the other vehicle was critically injured and later died from their injuries.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the dangers of vehicular accidents and the importance of safe driving practices. The crash occurred in a residential area, underscoring the need for heightened caution in neighborhoods where pedestrians and other vulnerable road users may be present.

The details

The crash happened around 9:20 p.m. near the intersection of West Orell Road and Lower River Road. One vehicle was heading east on Lower River Road when the driver swerved to avoid another vehicle pulling out of a driveway, leading to the head-on collision. The driver of the swerving vehicle was taken to UofL Hospital and is expected to survive, while the passenger of the other vehicle was critically injured and later died from their injuries on Monday morning.

  • The crash occurred around 9:20 p.m. on Sunday, February 9, 2026.
  • The passenger of the vehicle died from their injuries on Monday morning, February 10, 2026.

The players

LMPD

The Louisville Metro Police Department is investigating the crash.

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What they’re saying

“LMPD's Traffic Unit is handling the ongoing investigation.”

— Aaron Ellis, LMPD spokesperson (wave3.com)

What’s next

The investigation into the crash is ongoing, and authorities will likely release more details as they become available.

The takeaway

This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices, especially in residential areas where unexpected hazards can arise. It underscores the need for heightened caution and vigilance on the roads to prevent such devastating outcomes.