Tyrah Adams - 2.18.26
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Tyrah Adams died Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026 while Louisville Public Works employees were performing a routine alley cleanup near the intersection of Cedar and 26th streets. (Photo courtesy of Sandra Akers)
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The family of the woman who died while Louisville crews were cleaning up an alley said they just want answers and justice for their loved one.
Alley cleanups happen hundreds of times each day across the city, officials said.
Tyrah Adams died following the Feb. 12 incident on Cedar Street, near 26th Street.Â
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