KNIGHTSTOWN, Ind. — A fatal pedestrian crash occurred early Thursday morning on State Road 109, just north of Interstate 70.
The incident took place around 5:30 a.m. near the Love's Travel Stop, according to the Indiana State Police Pendleton District. A preliminary investigation revealed that a pedestrian was crossing the roadway when they were struck by a northbound 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer. Authorities confirmed the pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.
The identity of the deceased will not be released until family notifications have been made.
The investigation is ongoing; however, authorities stated that there is no evidence suggesting that drugs or alcohol played a role in the incident.