Florence, KY (September 13, 2026) – A 75-year-old woman was killed in a head-on crash early Sunday morning, September 13, on Houston Road near Marydale Road in Florence.
The crash occurred around 12:32 a.m. when the woman was driving southbound and her vehicle collided head-on with a northbound vehicle. She died at the scene.
The driver of the other vehicle was taken to UC Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the collision.
Our condolences go to the woman's family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time.
What Should You Do If a Family Member Was Killed in a Crash in Florence, KY?
Losing a family member in a crash can leave relatives facing funeral expenses, medical bills, and other financial concerns. Gathering records and preserving information about the crash can help eligible family members evaluate their legal and insurance options.
Start by keeping documentation related to the death and any treatment provided before the person passed away. Medical records, hospital bills, funeral expenses, burial costs, and other receipts may help establish expenses connected to the loss.
It may also be helpful to preserve information about the crash itself. Photographs, vehicle damage, witness contact information, available video footage, and official crash records could provide useful details when reviewing what happened and evaluating a potential claim.
Financial records concerning the person who died may also become relevant. Employment information, income records, and documentation of financial contributions may help show how the death affected eligible family members, depending on the circumstances and applicable law.
Insurance coverage should be reviewed as well. Policies covering the vehicles involved, claim communications, and other available coverage information may help determine what insurance benefits could potentially apply to certain losses.
Once these records have been gathered, a wrongful death lawyer or a personal injury lawyer can review the circumstances of the crash and explain what legal options may be available to eligible family members.
If you have questions after losing a loved one in a fatal car accident in Florence or a surrounding community, our legal team at Ziegler & Schneider can help explain your options. We can review the circumstances of the accident, discuss insurance issues, and explain what documentation may be relevant to a potential wrongful death claim.
To learn more about your options, contact Ziegler & Schneider at (859) 426-1300 to speak with our personal injury attorneys. We’re available to review your situation and discuss the next steps you may want to consider.
Note: This post has been prepared using information gathered from publicly available secondary sources. The details of the incident have not been independently confirmed. If you find any inaccuracies, please reach out to Ziegler & Schneider, P.S.C., so we can promptly review and update the content to ensure accuracy and reliability.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal or medical advice. This content does not establish an attorney-client relationship, nor does it constitute a solicitation for legal services. If you have been injured in an accident, you should seek immediate medical attention. Any photograph included in this post is for illustrative purposes only and does not depict the actual scene of the accident.