Jackson County-This afternoon at approximately 3:30 PM, the Indiana State Police investigated a one vehicle motorcycle crash on I-65 near the 36 mile marker in Jackson County that injured a Lexington, KY man.
Initial investigation by Master Trooper Gary Thalls indicated that a 2006 BMW motorcycle being driven by Kenneth J. Ledford, 58, Lexington, KY was traveling northbound on I-65 at the 36 mile marker when the rear tire of the motorcycle suddenly blew. The investigation also determined that Ledford was unable to maintain control of the motorcycle without the use of the rear tire. The motorcycle then overturned, ejecting Ledford from the vehicle.
Ledford sustained possible broken bones and lacerations from the roadway. Ledford was wearing a helmet and other protective equipment. Master Trooper Thalls determined that the use of a helmet undoubtedly prevented Ledford from sustaining life threatening injuries.
Ledford was transported by ambulance to a Louisville area hospital for treatment of his injuries. I-65 was briefly shut down while the crash was investigated. Traffic was slowed in the area for approximately one hour.
Trp. Thalls was assisted by Sgt. Stephen Wheeles, Indiana State Police, Crothersville Police Department, Jackson County Sheriff’s Department, Vernon Township Fire Department, Jackson County EMS, and Howard’s Wrecker Service.
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