In a shocking incident that unfolded in the Highlands area of Louisville, Kentucky, multiple parked vehicles were struck by a suspect vehicle which subsequently burst into flames. The event was captured on camera, providing vivid footage of the aftermath. Claire Bolger, one of the victims, discovered her car had been pushed onto the sidewalk after being hit while she was away. This occurred around 1 a.m. on Monday morning along East Broadway. Neighbors also documented the chaos as the suspects fled the scene, leaving behind a trail of destruction and a burning red Subaru Outback. Authorities are investigating the origins of the suspect vehicle and seeking public assistance to apprehend those involved.
The early hours of Monday witnessed an unexpected turn of events when several parked cars were struck by a speeding vehicle in the Highlands district. Claire Bolger, whose car was among those damaged, expressed disbelief upon discovering the extent of the damage. "I was visiting a friend when this happened," Bolger recounted, adding that the vehicle belonged to her grandmother, who no longer drives. The impact forced Bolger's car onto the sidewalk in front of the Highland Station Apartments, causing significant damage. A neighbor’s video captured the moments following the collision, showing the suspect vehicle and a person fleeing the scene.
Bolger described the surreal experience of watching the suspect vehicle catch fire shortly after the crash. “The boys ran off, and then there were explosions,” she said, emphasizing the suddenness of the events. Flames erupted from the red Subaru Outback as bystanders watched in shock. According to police reports, the suspects abandoned the vehicle in an alley near Rubel Avenue and Rogers Street, donning ski masks before making their escape. Witnesses reported seeing multiple individuals running away from the scene, raising concerns about the organized nature of the incident.
The aftermath left Bolger and others grappling with the reality of the situation. Debris from the crash, including shattered glass and parts of a car bumper, littered the area the following day. Bolger’s vehicle, now undrivable, symbolized the tangible impact of the reckless act. Despite her anger, Bolger found solace in the fact that no one was seriously injured. She remarked, “Cars can be replaced, but human lives cannot.” The Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD) continues its investigation, exploring whether the suspect vehicle was stolen or registered to a local dealership. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward via anonymous tip lines or online portals.