A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a Toyota Camry on State Route 3 in northeast Columbus early Saturday morning. The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is investigating.
Pedestrian Killed in Early Morning Crash on State Route 3 in Northeast Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A pedestrian died early Saturday morning after being struck by a vehicle in northeast Columbus, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies said the crash occurred just before 5:40 a.m. on State Route 3, south of Allwine Road. A taupe Toyota Camry was traveling southbound when it hit a pedestrian who was also walking south in the middle of the roadway.
Emergency crews responded quickly, but the pedestrian was pronounced dead at approximately 5:45 a.m.
Authorities said the driver was not injured. The motorist initially left the scene, believing they had struck a deer, but returned shortly afterward.
Deputies from the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, along with first responders from Mifflin Township Fire and EMS, were dispatched to the scene.
The crash remains under investigation. Officials are asking anyone with information to contact the Sheriff’s Office Crash Investigation Unit at 614-525-6113.
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