LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A child is dead after a fiery crash in the Newburg area early Thursday morning.
The child's mother, Lyillie Pena, has been arrested and charged with vehicular homicide, first-degree aggravated DUI, first-degree wanton endangerment and first degree criminal mischief.
Louisville Metro Police (LMPD) said the crash happened around 5:30 a.m. at Newburg Road and East Indian Trail.
Police said Pena's car was heading south on Newburg Road when she rear-ended another vehicle. Her car then caught fire.
The child was rescued from the burning vehicle and transported to Norton Children's Hospital in critical condition. The child later died from their injuries.
Authorities have not released the child's age or identity.
This story will be updated once more information becomes available.
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