Fayette County

Some residents displaced after vehicle crashes into Lexington apartment building

Multiple people in Lexington were displaced from their apartments Tuesday after a vehicle crashed into the building, according to the Lexington Fire Department.

The accident happened shortly before 10:30 a.m. at the rmLexington apartment complex off Man O’ War Boulevard. Maj. Jessica Bowman with the Lexington Fire Department said a vehicle crashed into the corner of the building, causing a 2-to-3 foot intrusion into the three-story structure.

The damage displaced occupants of three units that were impacted by the collision, according to Bowman. Temporary housing was secured for those impacted. Firefighters placed temporary support in place until repairs are done later this week.

No one was injured, Bowman said.

Christopher Leach
Lexington Herald-Leader
Chris Leach is a breaking news reporter for the Lexington Herald-Leader. He joined the newspaper in September 2021 after previously working with the Anderson News and the Cats Pause. Chris graduated from UK in December 2018. Support my work with a digital subscription
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