Pedestrian struck and killed by vehicle in Merritt

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.

Marshall Jones

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