Overview
- The collision occurred around 5:30 a.m. Tuesday near mile marker 100 by the Joe Prather Highway exit, according to TRIMARC.
- All southbound lanes were shut down for several hours, with traffic officials urging drivers to take alternate routes.
- Kentucky State Police spokesman Bryan Washer confirmed the pedestrian was in the roadway when they were struck.
- The victim’s identity has not been released as authorities notify next of kin.
- Southbound lanes reopened later in the morning, and the investigation remains ongoing.