Woman killed by St. Patrick’s Day parade float in Louisville

Woman Killed by St. Patrick’s Day Parade Float in Louisville

Tragic Incident on Bardstown Road Sparks Community Mourning

During a St. Patrick’s Day parade in Louisville, Kentucky, a float accidentally struck and killed a woman, according to officials. The accident occurred on Saturday afternoon near the intersection of Bardstown Road and Grinstead Drive, as the parade moved along its route. The victim, estimated to be in her 50s, was reportedly walking beside one of the floats when her foot became entangled with the vehicle’s mechanism, pulling her into its path.

Authorities confirmed the incident happened around 4 p.m. EDT. The float halted immediately, and emergency responders transported the woman to University Hospital. Despite efforts to save her, she passed away shortly after arriving at the facility. The Louisville Metro Police Department is currently examining the event through its traffic unit, seeking to determine the exact cause.

“I am so sorry to hear about the tragic accident that took a woman’s life at today’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade,” said Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg in a statement. “Please join Rachel and me in keeping her family and friends in your prayers. May her memory be a blessing.”

The Hibernian Cultural and Charitable Association, which organized the parade, expressed deep sorrow over the incident. In a statement, the group noted, “Its members hearts and prayers are with the family, and all impacted by the event.” They also urged the public to offer support to those affected and to honor the family’s privacy during this difficult time.

Representatives from the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office have not yet responded to NBC News inquiries as of Monday. The tragedy has left the community in shock, with many reflecting on the unexpected danger posed by the festive procession.

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