DES MOINES, Iowa — A man died after being struck by a vehicle on Des Moines’ north side Monday night.
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office said deputies were called to the 4300 block of NW 2nd Street at 8:15 p.m. When they arrived at the accident, they found witnesses providing medical aid to an adult male. EMS took over when they arrived but the PCSO said the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
The initial investigation shows the man had been walking in the traveled lanes of southbound NW 2nd Street when he was hit by a vehicle. The PCSO said the area was poorly lit and the man was wearing dark clothing.
The occupants of the vehicle stayed on the scene and are cooperating with PCSO investigators.
The victim’s name is not being released until family members can be notified.
The PCSO plans to release more information as the investigation progresses.
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