Chavies, Kentucky — Family and loved ones are left to mourn the heartbreaking loss of 35-year-old Amanda Carter of Burdine, who died following a single-vehicle crash early Saturday morning, November 7, 2026, in Perry County, Kentucky.
According to preliminary information from the crash investigation, the incident happened on KY-15 in the Chavies community shortly after midnight.
Kentucky State Police said troopers were dispatched to the scene at approximately 12:03 a.m. after receiving a report of a serious vehicle crash.
Investigators determined that Carter was driving a 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander northbound along KY-15 when the vehicle approached a curve that she was unable to negotiate.
During the incident, the SUV crossed into the southbound lane, struck a guardrail and overturned before eventually coming to rest against an earth embankment.
The crash resulted in fatal injuries to Carter, who was reportedly not wearing a seat belt at the time of the incident. She was ejected from the vehicle during the rollover.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene, but Carter did not survive her injuries. The Perry County Coroner’s Office pronounced her dead at the scene.
A passenger who was also inside the vehicle sustained injuries in the crash and was transported to Hazard ARH for medical treatment. The passenger’s injuries were described as non-life-threatening.
The tragic incident has left a painful loss, as Carter’s life came to an unexpected end in the early hours of the weekend.
Investigation Underway
Kentucky State Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
Authorities confirmed that an autopsy has been scheduled as part of the investigation, while toxicology results remain pending.
Trooper Dennis Howard has been assigned to reconstruct the collision as investigators work to establish additional details about the events leading up to the crash.
No further information about the passenger has been released, and authorities have not disclosed additional circumstances surrounding the incident.
As the investigation continues, Amanda Carter’s passing is a heartbreaking reminder of how quickly lives can be changed by unexpected tragedies on the road.
At 35, her life was cut short, leaving behind loved ones who must now face the difficult days ahead without her.
May Amanda Carter be remembered with love, and may her family, friends and everyone affected by her passing find strength and comfort during this difficult time.
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