Pedestrian Killed In West Bridgewater Accident

WEST BRIDGEWATER (CBS/AP) — A pedestrian struck by a pickup truck while crossing a West Bridgewater street has died.

Police say the 24-year-old Michael Pires was crossing North Main Street at about 8:30 p.m. Wednesday when he was struck. The pedestrian was then taken by ambulance to a hospital where police say he later died.

Police say the crash occurred during heavy rain and high winds and weather conditions are being considered in the investigation.

The truck stayed at the scene after the accident. (Photo credit: Marc Vasconcellos / Brockton Enterprise)

The 55-year-old driver of a red pickup truck involved in the crash stayed at the scene. No charges have been filed against the driver.

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