Cold Spring, KY (March 6, 2026) – A man died after being struck by a vehicle on Thursday evening, March 5, in the 5400 block of Alexandria Pike in Cold Spring, Campbell County.
Emergency units responded to the area around 7 p.m. after reports of a pedestrian crash near a busy shopping center. When crews arrived, they found a man with serious injuries in the roadway.
The pedestrian was identified as 42-year-old Ivan Chandler of Newport. He was taken to UC Medical Center for treatment, but later died from his injuries.
Officials reported that the driver involved remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators. The nearby intersection was closed for several hours while crews worked at the location and gathered details about the incident.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available. We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased.
Why Pedestrian Crashes Often Occur Along Busy Commercial Roads
Pedestrian crashes frequently occur along commercial corridors where businesses, parking lots, and busy roadways are clustered. These areas often attract steady vehicle traffic and people walking between stores, restaurants, and nearby neighborhoods.
Many commercial roads are designed mainly for vehicle travel, with wide lanes and limited pedestrian paths. When sidewalks or designated crossings are not available, people may walk along the shoulder or cross the road at unmarked locations.
Traffic volume can also increase the risk in these environments. Drivers may focus on entering or exiting parking lots while pedestrians move between buildings or across the roadway. These combined movements can create situations in which drivers and pedestrians encounter each other with little time to react.
