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Major motor vehicle accident reported on Lee Highway and Interstate-66 Bridge in Gainesville
A serious car accident occurred on Lee Highway and Interstate-66 Bridge in Gainesville, Virginia. Emergency responders arrived at the scene to find three individuals injured.
Two victims were receiving CPR, while a third was being prepared for immediate medical transport by helicopter.
One of the injured individuals required extrication from the vehicle.
Additional Details:
- Location: Lee Highway and Interstate-66 Bridge, Gainesville, Virginia
- Injuries: Three individuals injured, two receiving CPR, one transported by helicopter
- Rescue Efforts: Extrication required for one victim
- Ongoing Investigation: Local authorities are likely investigating the cause of the accident and the extent of the injuries.
This is a developing story that will be updated when more information is available.
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Jessica Sellers and her three children killed in Carrollton house fire
First responders were able to rescue a young girl, believed to be around 3 years old, from the back of the burning home.
Carrollton, KY – A devastating fire ripped through a downtown Carrollton residence on Thursday morning, claiming the lives of multiple residents.
The City of Carrollton issued a social media alert around 8:00 AM, urging people to avoid the 200 block of 5th Street due to the active fire.
According to the Carrollton Police Department, authorities received reports of the blaze shortly after 6:00 AM and arrived on the scene within six minutes.
The house fire claimed the lives of Jessica Gibson Sellers and her three children. While her granddaughter survived and is currently receiving critical care in the hospital, her daughter and two sons were unable to escape the blaze.
Thankfully, first responders were able to rescue a young girl, believed to be around 3 years old, from the back of the burning home.
“Officers found the child collapsed on the floor near the rear door,” stated Dave Roberts, Public Information Officer for the Carrollton Police Department.
The child was initially transported to a nearby hospital but was later transferred to a Louisville facility for further treatment.
Authorities believe that five to six individuals resided in the two-story home, but the exact number of occupants present during the fire remains unclear. As of 11:30 AM, fire crews continued their efforts to extinguish the blaze and secure the scene for investigators. Kentucky Utilities personnel are also on-site, assisting with debris removal using excavators.
Due to ongoing operations, the surrounding area is expected to remain closed for several hours. The Kentucky State Police Arson Unit is assisting with the investigation.