FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ky. (LEX NEWS) — Two individuals died following a motorcycle accident on Versailles Road in Frankfort Sunday night, according to the Franklin County Coroner.
The collision occurred around 7:46 p.m. at the intersection of Versailles Road and Hanley Lane. The motorcycle, carrying two adults, collided with a vehicle. Both victims were pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities stated the identities of the deceased will be withheld pending notification of their next of kin. The driver of the vehicle involved was not injured.
As of late Sunday night, officials reported that a section of Versailles Road remained closed while investigators processed the scene. The roadway was shut down for several hours following the incident.
Additional information regarding the circumstances leading to the crash has not been released. The investigation is ongoing.
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