Stretch of South Federal Highway in Broward closed after pedestrian killed by car, deputies say

A busy stretch of South Federal Highway has been closed in Broward while first responders investigate a crash that killed a pedestrian Tuesday afternoon.

According to the Broward Sheriff's Office, deputies and Pompano Beach Fire Rescue crews responded to the crash in the 1000 block of South Federal Highway.

Their preliminary information revealed that a driver struck a pedestrian on a sidewalk. Deputies pronounced that pedestrian dead, and transported the driver to a nearby hospital with injuries 

As a result, southbound lanes of South Federal Highway have been closed between Southeast 9th Street and Southeast 12 Street in Pompano Beach while the investigation continues, according to BSO.

Video from Chopper 4 above the scene showed a white car with heavy damage on the side of the road, and a yellow tarp covering what appears to be a body.

Crime scene tape has also been put up, blocking off part of the area for the investigation.

It's unknown how long the area would be shut down, and drivers should seek an alternate route.

No other details were released, including the driver's condition and whether he or she will face charges.