Lexington, Kentucky, December 5, 2025
A tragic car accident occurred on Winchester Road near Bittersweet Farms, resulting in the death of 30-year-old Dominga Mendoza Gonzalez. Authorities reported that the driver lost control of the vehicle, went off-road, struck a culvert, and flipped. Emergency responders declared Gonzalez dead at the scene, while the driver was hospitalized with serious injuries. This incident adds to multiple fatal crashes on Winchester Road in recent years, raising ongoing safety concerns.
Lexington, Kentucky – A fatal car crash occurred on Winchester Road near Bittersweet Farms on Wednesday morning, resulting in the death of a 30-year-old woman.
The Fayette County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Dominga Mendoza Gonzalez. According to authorities, the vehicle was traveling inbound when the driver went around a curve, left the road, struck a culvert, and flipped, going through a fence. A worker from Bittersweet Farms discovered the vehicle and called 911. Gonzalez was pronounced dead at the scene, while the driver was transported to a hospital with life-threatening injuries. The crash remains under investigation.
Winchester Road was closed in both directions between Bahama Road and Man O’ War Boulevard during the investigation.
This incident adds to a series of fatal accidents on Winchester Road in recent years. In January 2025, a 64-year-old woman was killed in a head-on collision with a tractor-trailer near Henson Drive. In April 2025, a 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle on Winchester Road. In May 2024, a 54-year-old man died in a collision involving an intoxicated driver on the same road. These incidents highlight ongoing safety concerns on Winchester Road.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What happened in the recent crash on Winchester Road?
A fatal car crash occurred on Winchester Road near Bittersweet Farms on Wednesday morning, resulting in the death of a 30-year-old woman.
Who was the victim in the crash?
The Fayette County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Dominga Mendoza Gonzalez.
What caused the crash?
According to authorities, the vehicle was traveling inbound when the driver went around a curve, left the road, struck a culvert, and flipped, going through a fence. The exact cause of the crash is under investigation.
Were there any other injuries?
Yes, the driver was transported to a hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Is Winchester Road open now?
Winchester Road was closed in both directions between Bahama Road and Man O’ War Boulevard during the investigation. The current status of the road is not specified in the available information.
Have there been other fatal accidents on Winchester Road?
Yes, there have been several fatal accidents on Winchester Road in recent years, including incidents in January 2025, April 2025, and May 2024.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Winchester Road near Bittersweet Farms, Lexington, Kentucky |
| Victim | Dominga Mendoza Gonzalez, 30-year-old woman |
| Cause of Crash | Vehicle left the road, struck a culvert, and flipped; exact cause under investigation |
| Driver’s Condition | Transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries |
| Road Closure | Winchester Road closed in both directions between Bahama Road and Man O’ War Boulevard during investigation |
| Previous Incidents | Several fatal accidents on Winchester Road in recent years, including incidents in January 2025, April 2025, and May 2024 |
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