Jamestown, ND – A 16-year-old pedestrian was killed Wednesday afternoon after being struck by a semi-truck at a busy Jamestown intersection, authorities confirmed.
According to the North Dakota Highway Patrol, the fatal crash happened around 4:35 p.m. Wednesday at 4th Street Northeast and 5th Avenue. Road conditions at the time were ice-covered, and weather conditions were described as dry but seasonal.
Investigators say a 2003 International semi-truck pulling a side dump trailer was traveling southbound on 5th Avenue and turning west onto 4th Street Northeast when it struck a pedestrian who was walking south across 4th Street. The pedestrian sustained fatal injuries at the scene.
The driver of the semi, identified as a 36-year-old man from Lehr, was not injured. Authorities confirmed the driver was wearing a seatbelt. No charges have been announced, and the crash remains under investigation.
Multiple agencies responded to the scene, including the North Dakota Highway Patrol, Jamestown Police Department, Stutsman County Sheriff’s Department, Jamestown Ambulance, and Jamestown Fire Department.
The pedestrian was identified as a 16-year-old male from Jamestown. Due to his age, officials said his identity will not be released.
The intersection was impacted during the emergency response as crews worked to investigate the scene and clear the roadway. Officials have not said whether speed or visibility were factors, but icy road conditions were noted in the crash report.
The North Dakota Highway Patrol continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision. Anyone who may have witnessed the crash is encouraged to contact authorities.
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