Crime & Safety
Elderly Man Struck, Killed By Car In Pittsburgh Area
Police are investigating the fatal incident, which occurred Thursday morning.
NORTH BRADDOCK, PA — Allegheny County police are investigating the death of a 75-year-old man who was struck and killed by a car Thursday morning.
Police responded to the intersection of Braddock Avenue and O'Connell Boulevard at around 8:15 a.m., where they found the victim in critical condition. He was taken to an area hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
The driver of the vehicle remained on scene.
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Police said the preliminary investigation shows the vehicle was traveling north on Braddock Avenue when it left the roadway, striking the victim.
It's unclear if charges will be filed.
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The victim's name has not been released.
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