Police: Madisonville driver kills pedestrian July 03, 2009 10:55 AM
MADISONVILLE, Ky.
Kentucky police say a Madisonville man lost control of his car and struck two women on a sidewalk, killing one.
Kentucky State Police said 20-year-old Erick Hendrix fled the scene after crashing in Madisonville Thursday night, but later turned himself into police. He is being held on charges of murder, assault and driving under the influence.
Police said Lachelle Williams died as a result of her injuries at the scene and Thomasa Wallace was taken to the Regional Medical Center. The extent of her injuries were not available.
Police said after striking the women, the car crossed through a parking lot and struck a building and a utility police.
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