PORT RICHEY, Fla. – A 66-year-old Port Richey woman was killed Wednesday night after being struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross Ridge Road.
The incident occurred around 10:05 p.m., east of Congress Street. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a Pontiac Vibe driven by a 23-year-old New Port Richey man was traveling eastbound on Ridge Road when the pedestrian attempted to cross the roadway and entered the vehicle’s path.
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The pedestrian suffered fatal injuries at the scene of the crash. The driver of the Pontiac Vibe was not injured.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the crash.
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