Missing Teen Alert, Airport Road Closure Lead Lexington Headlines
Lexington, KY – March 13, 2026 – Police issued an alert for a missing teen as a serious wreck shut down a road near the airport and planners reviewed new subdivision items.
It’s been a busy week across Lexington, with public safety and development topping the latest headlines.
IAN Alert Issued for Missing Teen
Kentucky State Police and the Lexington Police Department have issued an IAN Alert for 17-year-old Jahmari Deshaun Carter. He was last seen Wednesday morning in the 400 block of Conley Street.
Authorities say Carter is autistic and may be in danger. He is described as 5 feet 7 inches tall with brown hair and brown eyes. Police are urging anyone with information about his whereabouts to call 911 immediately.
IAN Alerts are used in Kentucky when a missing child with autism or certain mental health conditions is believed to be at risk.
Serious Wreck Shuts Down Road Near Airport
A section of roadway near Blue Grass Airport was shut down earlier this week following a serious crash. Emergency crews responded quickly, closing the area to traffic as they investigated and worked to clear the scene.
Drivers were urged to seek alternate routes during the closure. Details about injuries have not been fully released, but officials described the incident as significant enough to disrupt traffic for several hours.
Planning Commission Reviews Subdivision Items
On the development front, the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Planning Commission released its agenda for March 12 subdivision items. The published materials outline proposals that could shape future residential growth and infrastructure planning across the city.
Subdivision reviews are a routine but important step in the approval process, often setting the stage for new housing and neighborhood expansion in Fayette County.
As always, residents are encouraged to stay alert, use caution on the roads, and keep an eye on local government agendas as Lexington continues to grow.
Sources
https://www.kentuckystatepolice.ky.gov/news/hq-3-11-2026/
https://www.kentucky.com/news/local/
https://lexingtonky.news/2026/03/09/planning-commission-subdivision-items-mar-12-2026/