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Pedestrian struck, killed in Newport

NEWPORT, R.I. (WPRI) — A 52-year-old man has died after he was struck by a car Monday night in Newport, according to police.

 

Police say the victim was crossing Broadway in a crosswalk near Bedlow Avenue when he was hit around 10:30 p.m.

The victim was rushed to the hospital where he died from his injuries.

 

Police say the 56-year-old driver is not facing criminal charges, but he was cited for right of way in a crosswalk and operating without evidence of insurance.

 

Learn more at wpri.com.

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