Winchester, Kentucky – A tragic car accident claimed the life of Mark Henry Speaks, a 60-year-old resident of Winchester, early on the morning of October 3, 2024.
The fatal collision occurred on Winchester Road near Combs Ferry Road at approximately 7:30 AM, according to preliminary reports from the Lexington Police Department.
The Fayette County Coroner confirmed that Speaks died from blunt force injuries sustained in the crash.
The driver reportedly drove off the road, leading to the fatal accident.
First responders found Speaks unresponsive at the scene, and his death was confirmed shortly thereafter.
The outbound lanes of Winchester Road at Haley Road remain closed as the investigation into the crash continues.
This tragic accident has left the Winchester community mourning the loss of a man whose life ended too soon.
No further information has been released at this time.