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Traffic backed up on Interstate 65 in Hardin County near the Joe Prather Highway, after an accident in the southbound lanes. (Image courtesy TRIMARC) Feb. 10, 2026

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A pedestrian was hit and killed on Interstate 65 in Hardin County Tuesday morning.

The crash happened on Interstate 65 near the Joe Prather Highway in the southbound lanes around 5:30 a.m.

Kentucky State Police spokesman Bryan Washer said the pedestrian was in the roadway when they were hit.

As of 8:30 a.m., the roadway was cleared and reopened.

This story will be updated.

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