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Man in wheelchair hit, killed by car in Provo

Man in wheelchair hit, killed by car in Provo
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PROVO, Utah — A man who was crossing the street in Provo on Sunday afternoon was hit and killed by a vehicle.

Provo Police said the incident happened just after 1 p.m. at 1980 N. State Street. They said the man was crossing State Street on a mobility scooter when he was hit. They added that he was not in an intersection or crosswalk.

The victim, 72-year-old Maries Johnybear, was taken to the hospital, where he died from his injuries.

Police said the driver is cooperating with the investigation.