Fatal Crash Between Motorcycle and Vehicle Shuts Down Clark Memorial Bridge in Southern Indiana

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — June 27, 2025 — A tragic crash on the Clark Memorial Bridge, also known locally as the Second Street Bridge, brought traffic to a complete halt Friday evening and claimed the life of a motorcyclist.

According to Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD), officers were dispatched to the bridge at approximately 7:05 p.m. following reports of a serious collision involving a motorcycle and a passenger vehicle.

Preliminary investigations indicate that the motorcyclist struck the vehicle while traveling across the bridge, which connects Louisville, Kentucky, to Jeffersonville, Indiana. Despite the swift arrival of emergency responders, the motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene due to the severity of the injuries sustained.

The driver of the other vehicle was injured and transported to a local hospital by EMS. LMPD reported that the driver is expected to recover from non-life-threatening injuries.

As a result of the fatal crash, all lanes of the Clark Memorial Bridge were shut down in both directions. Louisville Metro Police’s Traffic Unit is leading the ongoing investigation into the circumstances of the crash.

Authorities have not yet released the identity of the deceased motorcyclist, pending family notification.

Motorists were urged to avoid the area and seek alternate routes as the bridge is expected to remain closed for several hours while investigators work to process the scene and clear the wreckage.

Community Impact and Response

The fatal crash has caused significant traffic disruption during the Friday evening commute, affecting thousands of drivers who use the busy thoroughfare connecting southern Indiana and downtown Louisville. The scene drew a strong response from local law enforcement, fire, and EMS units.

As investigators work to determine what led to the tragic collision, LMPD is asking any witnesses or individuals with information or dash cam footage of the incident to contact the department’s traffic investigation division.

This incident marks another sobering reminder of the vulnerability of motorcyclists on public roadways and underscores the importance of vigilance and caution from all motorists.

More information will be released as it becomes available.