SALT LAKE CITY — A man died Tuesday evening after being hit by a car while crossing Redwood Road in Salt Lake City.
The man, a 55-year-old whose name was not yet released, was hit shortly after 7 p.m. near 700 N. Redwood Road, according to SLC Police.
Emergency responders arrived and pronounced the man dead at the scene.
Police said the driver remained at the scene and has been cooperating with the investigation. Officers also spoke with witnesses.
The investigation is still underway, but SLCPD said it appeared that the man was walking west on 700 North — in a crosswalk, but "against the light" — when he was hit by the southbound driver.
SLCPD said this is the third fatal crash in the city this year.
“Obviously, auto-pedestrian crashes are something of concern for us," Detective Michael Ruff said. "We would always encourage drivers to be aware of their surroundings, always make sure they take a little extra time, especially when it’s dark, and then if you’re pedestrian, don’t assume someone’s going to stop. Make sure you’re watching out, make sure you’re watching those traffic lights. We all need to do our part to make sure everybody get home safely.”
