Elizabethtown, KY (January 11, 2026) – A man was tragically killed on Saturday evening after being struck by an SUV in Elizabethtown. The deadly incident occurred just before 9:00 p.m. on January 10 in the 1000 block of North Dixie Avenue, according to the Elizabethtown Police Department.
Officers responded to reports of a pedestrian-involved crash and arrived to find the victim critically injured. Emergency medical personnel confirmed that the man had died at the scene. His identity has not yet been released, pending notification of family.
According to preliminary information, the pedestrian was walking in the active lane of travel when the collision occurred. The SUV driver remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.
North Dixie Avenue is a busy corridor through Elizabethtown, and visibility concerns or roadway design may play a role in incidents involving pedestrians. The roadway was temporarily closed while police conducted an on-scene investigation.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the crash to determine if any contributing factors, such as lighting, driver behavior, or pedestrian visibility, were involved.
We extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the victim during this difficult time and recognize the efforts of Elizabethtown emergency personnel who responded swiftly to the scene.
