The three teenagers were among the victims of a single-vehicle crash on Somerset Road, also known as KY 1956, near London, Kentucky, shortly before 11:10 p.m. Saturday, September 26, 2026.
According to the supplied report, a 2021 silver Mercedes was travelling eastbound when it entered a sharp right-hand curve, left the roadway, and overturned. Landon Mullins, 17, of Mount Vernon, and Duke Weddle and Elijah Hammons, both 18, of London, were pronounced dead.
A fourth passenger, 20-year-old Joseph Cope of Lexington, survived and was airlifted to UK Hospital with critical injuries.
The incident remains under investigation. The three young men are being remembered by their families, friends, and communities as loved ones mourn their loss.
May their families and friends find strength and comfort during this difficult time.
