Pedestrian dies in crash Tuesday night on Highway 1 in Agassiz
Agassiz RCMP officers were called out shortly before 10 p.m. for a report that a pedestrian had been struck by a vehicle on Highway 1, near Popkum Road, in a westbound lane.
The road was temporarily closed while the RCMP investigated but it has since reopened.
Investigators say the driver stayed after the collision and is co-operating with RCMP.
Police are asking anyone with dashcam footage from the area around the time of the crash to contact the Agassiz RCMP.
The department is also reminding pedestrians to use designated crossings and wear bright or reflective clothing when walking near roadways at night.
ticrawford@postmedia.com
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