News Summary
The family of Anna Gayhart, who passed away after being struck by a vehicle in a pedestrian accident, is rallying community support for funeral expenses. Residents are also vocalizing concerns about pedestrian safety in Lexington, which has seen a significant number of fatal pedestrian incidents. The tragedy has sparked discussions on the need for improved safety measures in the area.
Lexington – The family of 60-year-old Anna Gayhart is seeking community support following her tragic death as a result of a pedestrian accident that occurred on February 14. Anna was struck by a vehicle while crossing the intersection of Loudon and Winchester Road, near the Catholic Action Center, and later succumbed to complications from her injuries at UK Medical Center, as confirmed by the Fayette County Coroner.
The accident has highlighted a significant concern regarding pedestrian safety in Lexington, which has recorded 12 fatal pedestrian accidents and 115 injuries in just the past year. In light of this, local business owners are calling for immediate action to enhance safety measures for pedestrians in the area…