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2-year-old killed in crash in Winchester

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Posted at 6:47 PM, Jun 14, 2023
and last updated 2023-06-15 18:43:09-04

WINCHESTER, Ky. (LEX 18) — The Fayette County Coroner's Office is reporting that a child died in a crash Wednesday in Winchester.

Clark County Sheriff Burl Purdue says the crash happened around 4:30 p.m. in the 4700 block of Lexington Road (US 60). Two vehicles were involved including a car and a motorcycle.

2-year-old Thomas Reed was a passenger in the car that left the road and hit a fence. He was pronounced dead at UK Children's Hospital.

Officials say the driver of the car has significant facial injuries and was taken to UK Hospital. The driver of the motorcycle took himself to the hospital with minor injuries.

Police are looking into whether Reed was properly restrained.

Police say it's still an open investigation but they believe alcohol and speed were contributing factors. Criminal charges are expected.

This is a developing story. Stay with LEX 18 as we learn more.