Louisa Police Department
COLLISION INVESTIGATION
215 North Main Cross Louisa KY 41230
Phone: (606)638-4058 Fax: (606)638-1102
Type of Collision: Pedestrian struck by vehicle
Location: Falls Creek Exxon, Louisa KY County: Lawrence
Date: 10/12/2026 Time: 05:51am
Investigating Officer: Ptl. J.C. Kirk Other Officer/Agency: Chief S. Wilburn, Sgt. T. Newsome
SUMMARY: On October 12, 2026, the Louisa Police Department along with Rapid Emergency Medical Service was dispatched to Falls Creek Exxon for a report of a possible person lying on the lot. Upon arrival a male victim was discovered with fatal injuries that appeared to have been from being struck by a vehicle. During the preliminary investigation it was discovered a green Peterbuilt semi-truck leaving the diesel pumps struck the male who had knelt in front of the truck to check inground fuel tank storage gauges for water after weekend rains. The male was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Lawrence County Coroner.
Once identification was made in regard to the driver of the semi-truck, being unaware of the accident he immediately returned to the scene.
The accident remains under investigation by Patrolman Kirk. No charges have been made in this case. The results of the investigation will be presented to the Lawrence County Grand Jury for review. The Louisa Fire Department, Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office, and Lawrence County Coroner also responded to the scene.
Approved: Steven Wilburn, Chief of Police
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PREVIOUS REPORT…
The Louisa Police Department is investigating a fatal accident at Falls Creek Exxon. At approximately 5:50am today a semi truck leaving the fuel pumps struck a pedestrian causing fatal injuries.
Officers are still processing the scene.
