Carter County, KY (January 10, 2026) – A serious incident late on Friday night led to the closure of Interstate 64 East near the Carter/Rowan County line after a pedestrian was struck by a tractor-trailer, according to Kentucky State Police.
The collision occurred shortly before 10:00 p.m. on January 9 near the 150-mile marker. Emergency crews responded quickly, and the injured individual was airlifted from the scene for treatment. The severity of the injuries has not been publicly disclosed.
I-64 East was shut down in the area as troopers conducted their investigation and emergency personnel secured the scene. Authorities have not released the identity of the victim or provided additional details about the circumstances surrounding the crash.
The incident remains under active investigation by the Kentucky State Police.
Our thoughts are with the injured individual, and we hope for a full and swift recovery.