Vehicle strikes, kills pedestrian on I-35 SB near University Dr in Denton
DENTON, TX – A pedestrian died Monday night along the interstate in Denton when a vehicle struck them in the middle southbound lane, reports The Cross Timbers Gazette.
The accident happened at 6:35 p.m. on the southbound side of I-35 near University Drive, which is just west of North Lakes Recreation Center.
Police say that multiple witnesses reported the pedestrian in the roadway. They ultimately determined that a southbound rental truck struck and killedc the victim.
Authorities have not yet released the identity of the pedestrian.
It’s still unclear why the victim was walking in the roadway at the time of the accident. Additionally, police haven’t commented on whether the driver of the truck stopped to render aid and answer questions.
A full investigation is underway.
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