UPDATE: Pedestrian hit and killed identified as 27-year-old man
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) -The identity of the individual who tragically lost his life in an overnight crash in Lexington has been confirmed by the coroner. The victim is identified as 27-year-old Jacob Payne.
According to reports, the fatal incident occurred shortly before midnight on Newtown Pike and Sugar Maple Lane, where Mr. Payne was struck by a vehicle. Emergency services responded to the scene, but unfortunately, Mr. Payne succumbed to his injuries about an hour later, according to the coroner.
The crash prompted the closure of lanes in the area for approximately two and a half hours to facilitate investigation and cleanup. However, the lanes have since been reopened to traffic.
Authorities continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash to determine its cause and any contributing factors.
Further updates on this incident will be provided as they become available.
