Kentucky State Police Post 1 Investigating Hit-and-Run Collision in Ballard County

LA CENTER, Ky. (May 20, 2026) – Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 1 troopers are actively investigating a two vehicle collision that occurred on US 60 in Ballard County on Tuesday night. One of the vehicles involved left the scene of the collision before law enforcement arrived.

On May 19, 2026 at 10:19pm CT, KSP Post 1 was contacted by the Ballard County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) to assist with investigating a collision. BCSO was notified of a two vehicle collision on US 60 near the intersection of State Route 310 at 9:31pm CT. The initial investigation shows that a 2014 white Nissan Rouge, operated by Robbin McPhail, 55 years old of Fair Grove, Mo., was traveling eastbound on US 60 when it was struck in the rear by a second vehicle. 

Based on further investigation and evidence found at the scene, KSP Post 1 troopers believe the second vehicle involved to be a 2003-2005 model Grand Marquis. That vehicle reportedly fled the scene eastbound on US 60 at a high rate of speed. 

We are asking the public for assistance in identifying and locating the second vehicle involved. Anyone who may have been traveling on US 60 in the area of the collision last night who may have a dash camera is asked to check their cameras for any vehicles that may match the description. Anyone with any information about this collision or who may have witnessed the incident is asked to contact KSP Post 1 by calling (270)856-3721 or submitting a tip through our website. 

The investigation remains ongoing by Trooper Cody Jackson. No further details regarding the collision will be released at this time.

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