PROVO, Utah — One man is dead after being hit by a vehicle in Provo Monday evening, and the driver is now facing criminal charges.
Provo Police said the pedestrian was crossing 920 South at the intersection of 100 West around 6:10 p.m. He was hit by a pickup truck traveling west, then taken to Utah Valley Hospital, where he died from his injuries.
The victim was later identified as 80-year-old Mario Valer, a Provo resident.
Late Monday night, Provo Police announced that they had arrested the driver, 42-year-old Jason Phillips of Pleasant Grove. Officials say he will be booked on suspicion of automobile homicide and driving under the influence.
Provo Police spokesperson Janna-Lee Holland said there is no crosswalk at the spot where the victim was crossing.
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