Kentucky State Police Investigates Fatal Collision on KY 61 in Adair County

Published
June 20, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Kentucky
KY 61 near Blue Ridge Circle
Incident type
Crash

Summary

Car Crash Kentucky Today in Kentucky: Kentucky State Police Post 15 Troopers responded to a two-vehicle injury collision on KY 61, near Blue Ridge Circle, in Adair County, just after 4:30 P.M. The juvenile driver attempted to avoid the collision by steering maneuvers but was unable to do so. Wayne Werth and a 16-year-old juvenile were both pronounced deceased at the scene by the Adair County Coroner. KSP Post 15 Troopers were assisted at the scene by the Adair County Sheriff's Office, Adair County Fire/EMS, and Adair County Coroner's Office.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Wayne Werth Unknown Fatal

Original reporting

Kentucky State Police Investigates Fatal Collision on KY 61 in Adair County

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