Peoria, IL – A 71-year-old man was killed early Monday morning after being struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Spalding Avenue and NE Monroe Street, according to the Peoria Police Department.
Police say the incident happened around 6:50 a.m. on October 27, when officers were called to the scene following reports of a pedestrian hit by a car.
According to Peoria Police, responding officers found the man unresponsive. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. His identity and the official cause of death will be released by the Peoria County Coroner’s Office.
Authorities said the driver involved was not injured and remained on the scene when officers arrived. Investigators have not yet determined the cause of the crash, and the incident remains under investigation.
Anyone with information about the accident is asked to contact the Peoria Police Department. Anonymous tips may also be shared or by calling Crime Stoppers.
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