Pedestrian dies after being struck by vehicle on highway near Wetaskiwin

WETASKIWIN – RCMP in central Alberta say a man is dead after being hit by a vehicle while he was walking on the highway.

Police say it happened Sunday on Highway 2A south of Wetaskiwin.

They say a man was walking on the driving lane of the highway when he was struck by a southbound vehicle.

The 37-year-old man from Maskwacis died in hospital.

Police say the driver stayed on scene and co-operated with investigators.

They say charges are not anticipated.

(The Canadian Press)