14 Injured, Transported After Crash on I-24 in Hopkinsville

A crash on I-24 in the Hopkinsville area of Montgomery County left 14 people injured and in need of transport to area hospitals, according to the Hopkinsville Fire Department.

Fire crews responded to the scene and coordinated the transport of the injured, the department said. The number of vehicles involved and the circumstances leading up to the crash have not been released.

No additional details about the extent of injuries have been made public at this time. It remains unclear whether any lanes of I-24 were closed as crews worked the scene or for how long traffic in the area was affected.

The Hopkinsville Fire Department has not indicated whether other agencies are assisting with the response or investigation. Officials have not released information about the ages or identities of those transported.

This report is based on information provided by the Hopkinsville Fire Department. Details surrounding the crash, including its cause and the current condition of those injured, have not yet been confirmed by officials.

This story may be updated as officials release more information.