Laurel County deputies have arrested Amber Taylor, 39, of London, on an indictment warrant related to a February crash that critically injured a passenger. According to the Laurel County Sheriff's Office, Taylor is charged with first-degree assault, first-degree wanton endangerment, and DUI (first offense) with aggravating circumstances.
The incident occurred on KY 192 west of London on February 20, 2026, when Taylor allegedly crossed the center line and hit another vehicle head-on. A 31-year-old passenger was critically injured in the crash and airlifted to UK HealthCare in Lexington.
Taylor turned herself in on Monday morning, June 29, 2026, and is currently lodged in the Laurel County Correctional Center.
Background: The charges against Taylor stem from a thorough investigation into the incident. Further details about the case are not available at this time.
It's worth noting that the exact circumstances of the crash and the severity of the injuries sustained by the passenger have been reported previously, but no additional information is provided in the source article.