Bowling Green, Kentucky, October 11, 2025
News Summary
Bowling Green, Kentucky, experienced multiple vehicle incidents, including a cruiser being struck during a traffic stop and a pursuit involving a stolen vehicle. Injuries were reported, and arrests made, as local authorities emphasize the need for road safety. The Kentucky State Police reminded motorists to move over for emergency vehicles and remain vigilant on the roads. In a separate incident, a hit-and-run resulted in a man’s death, leading to further arrests and charges, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in ensuring road safety.
Bowling Green, Kentucky experienced a series of multi-vehicle incidents this week, resulting in injuries and multiple arrests related to theft and reckless driving. The Kentucky State Police and local authorities are actively providing updates and reminders about road safety.
On Thursday afternoon, a Kentucky State Police cruiser was struck during a traffic stop on I-65. Trooper Hany Elibuishi was parked on the shoulder near mile marker 23 when another vehicle collided with his cruiser. The trooper was taken to a hospital for treatment but has since been released. The driver of the vehicle that hit the cruiser also sustained injuries and was treated at Greenview Regional Hospital. The Kentucky State Police are reminding all drivers to move over when they see a vehicle on the side of the road to prevent such incidents.
In a separate situation on Wednesday evening, Bowling Green police were involved in a pursuit of a stolen vehicle that resulted in a three-vehicle collision. The police had approached a vehicle parked on Poe Road around 7:12 p.m. to question the female driver. She reported that a passenger named Michael McCurdy, aged 34, had entered her vehicle without permission. McCurdy allegedly took control of the driver’s seat, ignored police directives, and sped away in her car. This pursuit ended at the intersection of Poe and Dunbridge Roads, where a crash occurred. McCurdy was subsequently transported to a hospital in Toledo, though his condition remains undisclosed. Three other individuals involved in the crash received treatment for minor injuries. McCurdy is facing charges that include Grand Theft of a Motor Vehicle, Robbery, and Failure to Comply.
Additionally, Bowling Green police arrested a woman named Savannah Caldwell in connection to a hit-and-run accident that resulted in a man’s death. This incident took place early on Wednesday morning at around 2:45 a.m. on Brandywood Ct. during a disturbance call. The injured man was promptly taken to the hospital but succumbed to his injuries. Caldwell has been charged with Leaving the Scene of an Accident/Failure to Render Aid, and the investigation is ongoing, with further charges likely forthcoming.
Earlier in the week, on Monday morning, a two-vehicle collision occurred at the intersection of Cemetery Road and Hunts Lane. The Warren County Sheriff’s Office reported that a pickup truck made a left turn directly in front of another pickup. This resulted in serious injuries to one individual, who was transported to a local hospital. The intersection was temporarily closed for reconstruction work but has since reopened around 1 p.m. Multiple local agencies, including the Bowling Green and Warren County fire departments, and Medical Center EMS, assisted at the scene.
Ongoing Road Safety Efforts
The string of incidents serves as a reminder for motorists to remain vigilant and cautious while driving. Authorities are urging the public to adhere strictly to moving over laws when emergency vehicles are on the roadside, as well as to report suspicious activities that could lead to theft or other dangerous scenarios on the road.
Summary of Incidents in Bowling Green
- Kentucky State Police cruiser struck during traffic stop: Trooper injured, other driver treated at Greenview Regional Hospital.
- Stolen vehicle pursuit results in crash: Michael McCurdy arrested, multiple injuries reported.
- Hit-and-run accident leads to man’s death: Savannah Caldwell arrested.
- Two-vehicle collision on Cemetery Road: Serious injuries sustained, intersection temporarily closed.
FAQ
What happened during the traffic stop involving the Kentucky State Police?
A cruiser was struck during a traffic stop on I-65 in Bowling Green, resulting in injuries for Trooper Hany Elibuishi and another driver.
What were the circumstances of the stolen vehicle pursuit?
The pursuit began when police approached a vehicle on Poe Road, leading to a crash involving three vehicles. Michael McCurdy was arrested following the incident.
What charges is Michael McCurdy facing?
McCurdy faces charges of Grand Theft of a Motor Vehicle, Robbery, and Failure to Comply.
Who was arrested in the hit-and-run incident?
Savannah Caldwell was arrested in connection with a hit-and-run that resulted in the death of a man.
What happened during the two-vehicle collision on Cemetery Road?
A pickup truck made a left turn in front of another pickup, resulting in one person sustaining serious injuries.
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Additional Resources
- 13 ABC News
- Wikipedia: Road Safety
- WBKO News
- Google Search: Bowling Green traffic incidents
- Toledo Blade
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Traffic Accidents
- WBKO News
- Google News: Bowling Green 事故
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