JPD is investigating a traffic accident involving a motor vehicle and a pedestrian Monday night.
The incident occurred at approximately 8:30pm on Hwy 80 West at Gallatin Street. A 2016 Maroon Jeep Patriot traveling west on Hwy 80 struck a pedestrian as he was attempting to cross the highway.
The Coroner was called to the scene and the victim was pronounced deceased. The victim has not yet been identified. This investigation is ongoing.