James Franklin Killed in Multi-Vehicle Accident in Hopkins County Kentucky

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Fatal Accident in Hopkins County Claims Life of James Franklin-Kentucky Fatal Accident Attorney

WHEN:    July 16, 2009

LOCATION:     US 41-A, Hopkins County, Kentucky

DESCRIPTION:    James Franklin, age 77, was pronounced dead at the scene of a multi-vehicle crash on Thursday afternoon.

According to the Kentucky State Police Department at around 2:00 p.m. a vehicle driven by Eric Cruce was traveling south on US 41-A.  As he approached the intersection of KY 502 he prepared to make a left turn by slowing his vehicle.  It has not been determined whether he had used his turn signal.

James Franklin approached from behind and failed to stop, hitting Mr. Cruce’s vehicle.  After the impact Mr. Franklin’s vehicle then was sent into the northbound lane where he was hit head on by a UPS truck.

James Franklin was pronounced dead at the scene while the UPS driver, Keith Harris, and Mr. Cruce were transported to hospitals for treatment. 

WE all know that accidents will happen but I often wonder if the number and severity of the accidents would lessen if drivers would watch their speed and be cognizant of the other driving situations around them.  Our sympathies go to the family of Mr. Franklin.