Injury collision closes KY55 in Cane Valley

CANE VALLEY, Ky. (WTVQ)- State Police say everyone is okay after an injury collision involving a semi-truck happened on KY 55 at Cane Valley Mill Road Monday just after noon.

Investigators say 210year-old Aaron Rickey was driving a 2018 GMC box truck when his truck malfunctioned and caused him to enter the path of a 2019 Peterbilt being driven by 32-year-old Mitchell Hughes.

They say Richey’s truck hit the side of the semi causing Richey to run off the road then hitting the guardrail.

Officials say the road was closed for around 3 hours for cleanup.

Investigators say Richey and Hughes were both wearing a seat belt. Richey was not injured and Hughes was treated and released at the scene.

Citizens can contribute to highway safety by calling KSP toll-free at: (1-800-222-5555).  Citizens can call to confidentially report impair drivers or any criminal activity.

You may also download the free KSP mobile phone app.  The app provides quick, direct access to KSP including weather, road and traffic information as well as text, voice and photo tip capabilities to report criminal behavior.  The app is available for IPhone, IPad and Android applications and can be easily downloaded free of charge through Apple or Google Play stores.

Download the KSP mobile app by searching “KSPOLICE” in the app store and you can also follow along on twitter @KYStatePolice.