LEXINGTON, Ky. — Two individuals, one adult and one juvenile, have been hospitalized following a pedestrian accident on Tates Creek Road.
The incident occurred around 9:00 AM on Thursday morning at the intersection of Tates Creek Road and Gainesway Drive. According to the Lexington Fire Department, both victims were transported to a local hospital.
Authorities report that their injuries are not life-threatening, but the details surrounding the circumstances of the accident remain under investigation.
Witnesses at the scene described chaos just after the collision, with emergency personnel quickly arriving to assist the injured. The traffic in the area was disrupted as first responders worked to secure the scene.
Officials have not yet released further information regarding the driver or any potential charges. Police are reviewing evidence and talking to eyewitnesses as they piece together the events leading up to the accident.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns about pedestrian safety in urban areas. Residents of the neighborhood have expressed their unease regarding pedestrian crossings along Tates Creek Road, calling for improved safety measures.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation unfolds.
