Police investigate fatal pedestrian crash on Plano Pkwy near Franc Dr
PLANO, TX – One person died Friday night when a vehicle struck them along a major roadway in central Plano, reports WFAA News 8.
The incident happened around 10:30 p.m. on the eastbound side of Plano Parkway near Franc Drive. This is east of US-75 and north of the PGBT.
Police say the victim was attempting to cross Plano Parkway when the collision occurred. Authorities have not yet released the identity of the pedestrian, who died at the scene.
Officials say the driver was neither speeding nor intoxicated, which implies that the driver did stop to render aid and speak with police.
A full investigation is underway.
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