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Russell Springs Today
By the People, for the People
14-Year-Old Driver Killed After Crossing Center Line in Green County
Three adult passengers also involved in the fatal crash that left one dead and several injured.
Mar. 12, 2026 at 6:25am
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A 14-year-old driver was killed after crossing the center line and colliding with two other vehicles in Green County, Kentucky. The juvenile was traveling with three adult passengers in a 2009 Subaru Forester when the vehicle entered a curve, lost control, and sideswiped an eastbound GMC bucket truck before colliding head-on with a Ford F-350 that caught fire. The 14-year-old driver was pronounced dead at the scene, while the three adult passengers were transported to area hospitals with serious injuries.
Why it matters
This tragic incident raises serious concerns about underage driving and the risks it poses to both the young driver and others on the road. It also highlights the importance of proper licensing, supervision, and safety protocols to prevent such devastating accidents from occurring.
The details
According to Kentucky State Police, the 14-year-old driver was traveling westbound on Highway 88 when the vehicle entered a curve, crossed the center line, and sideswiped an eastbound GMC bucket truck driven by 54-year-old Patrick Elmore. The Subaru Forester then collided head-on with a Ford F-350 driven by 31-year-old Willie Mosier, causing the truck to catch fire. Mosier was able to escape the vehicle before the fire reached the passenger compartment.
- The crash occurred on Tuesday morning at 9:10 AM.
- The 14-year-old driver was pronounced dead at the scene by the Green County Coroner's Office.
The players
14-year-old driver
The unidentified 14-year-old driver of the Subaru Forester who was killed in the crash.
Patrick Elmore
The 54-year-old driver of the eastbound GMC bucket truck that was sideswiped by the Subaru Forester.
Willie Mosier
The 31-year-old driver of the eastbound Ford F-350 that was struck head-on by the Subaru Forester, causing his vehicle to catch fire.
Angelo Forsee
A 20-year-old passenger in the Subaru Forester who was transported to University of Louisville Hospital with serious injuries.
Adrian Crew
A 32-year-old passenger in the Subaru Forester who was transported to T.J. Sampson Community Hospital.
Jacob Mann
A 28-year-old passenger in the Subaru Forester who was transported to T.J. Sampson Community Hospital.
What they’re saying
“The accident remains under investigation by Senior Trooper Trevor Sagrecy.”
— Senior Trooper Trevor Sagrecy
What’s next
Authorities will continue to investigate the cause of the crash and determine if any charges will be filed.
The takeaway
This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of underage driving and the critical need for proper licensing, supervision, and safety measures to protect both young drivers and others on the road.
