Stefan Porch, 25, killed after being struck by semi-truck while standing outside of car after earlier collision on I-65 in Scott County
Police identify 25-year-old who died after stepping into path of semi on I-65N in Scott County
Before he was hit, investigators believe Porch was northbound in a silver 2020 Kia Forte with five passengers when he collided with a second vehicle, possibly the rear of a northbound tractor-trailer or box truck. According to the release, "it appears the second vehicle did not stop and continued from the scene."
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