Update: Dec. 3 at 11:00 p.m.
One person was killed after being hit by a car in a hit-and-run crash that occurred in the 400 block of West New Circle Road in Lexington on Tuesday evening, according to the Lexington Police Department.
Police say the victim was taken to the hospital, where they died from injuries.
Lexington police say that at this time, there is no description of the run vehicle or the victim.
The outer loop of New Circle is closed at Russell Cave but should be clear in time for morning traffic, police say.
Original Story:
As of approximately 9:45 p.m. on Tuesday, a portion of West New Circle Road is closed between Russell Cave Road and Boardwalk, and emergency personnel are on the scene.
LEX 18 sent a crew to the scene and traffic is currently being diverted.
LEX 18 will bring you the latest information as it becomes available.
