The following is a release from Kentucky State Police:
Kentucky State Police Pikeville Post was notified of a two-vehicle fatal collision in Floyd County at approximately 9:29 p.m. on October 6, 2024. The collision occurred on State Highway 114 in the Prestonsburg community of Floyd County.
Upon arrival and through investigation, troopers discovered Keith Anderson was operating a 2010 Honda Insight when his vehicle crossed the center line and struck a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt being operated by Kenny Auxier. Anderson and Auxier were transported to medical facilities for treatment. Kayla Elam, a passenger in the Chevrolet was transported to a nearby hospital where she later succumbed to injuries sustained in the collision. The investigation is ongoing by KSP Accident Reconstructionist, Detective Josh Scott.
Detective Scott was assisted on scene by Kentucky State Police Post 9 personnel, Prestonsburg Fire Department, and Lifeguard Ambulance Service.