Pedestrian struck and killed by vehicle in Merritt
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A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle in Merritt this morning.
Emergency crews responded to a report that a pedestrian had been hit by a vehicle on Highway 5 near Kane Valley Road at 5:15 a.m. today, April 3, according to a press release from police.
The man was pronounced dead at the scene despite life-saving efforts.
Merritt RCMP and the BC Coroners Service are currently investigating the man’s death.
Northbound traffic on Highway 5 was closed around the scene of the crash earlier but has since reopened.
Anyone with information has been asked to contact the Merritt RCMP at 250-378-4262.
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