Kentucky State Police Officials are currently investigating a deadly crash that took place in McCreary County.

 

The incident happened at around 7:00 PM on Saturday, on US 27 North, near KY-3253.

 

According to officials, 35-year-old Kenneth L. Troxell is said to have been walking along US 27 when he was hit by a red Chevy Pickup.

 

The driver of the truck was identified as 18-year-old Zachary L. Heath

 

Troxell was transported to a hospital where he was pronounced dead.

 

Heath was uninjured in the crash.

 

This case remains under investigation.