GALLATIN COUNTY, Ky. — The Gallatin County community is mourning the tragic loss of Iveth Salgado Calderon, 24, of Warsaw, Kentucky, who was killed in a multi-vehicle crash Sunday evening on U.S. 42 East, according to Kentucky State Police.
Troopers with Kentucky State Police Post 5 responded to the scene around 7:30 p.m. following reports of a serious collision. Preliminary findings indicate that a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado driven by Dalton Hamlin, 20, of Crittenden, Kentucky, was traveling westbound when it crossed the center line and struck a 2023 Ford Bronco head-on. Salgado Calderon was driving the eastbound vehicle.
Due to the severity of the crash, Iveth Salgado Calderon was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Gallatin County Coroner. Authorities confirmed that her next of kin has been notified.
The accident caused significant damage to both vehicles and temporarily disrupted traffic along the highway as emergency crews worked at the scene. Kentucky State Police say the investigation remains active and is being handled by an accident reconstructionist to determine all contributing factors.
Iveth Salgado Calderon’s sudden passing has left her family, friends, and the Warsaw community heartbroken. She is remembered as a young woman whose life was tragically cut short, leaving behind loved ones who are now faced with an immeasurable loss.
As the investigation continues, the community joins together in mourning and extends heartfelt condolences to her family and all those affected by this devastating tragedy.
