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Police: 17-Year-Old Struck, Killed By Vehicle In Bridesburg

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A 17-year-old has died after being struck by a vehicle in the Bridesburg section of the city. According to police, this happened in the 2600 block of Bridge Street Sunday morning.

Just after 2:30 a.m., police say a 2017 Ford Explorer was traveling eastbound on Bridge Street when the driver struck the teenager, who was attempting to cross the street.

The 17-year-old was taken to Jefferson Torresdale Hospital where she succumbed to her injuries.

The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene.

An investigation is ongoing.

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