A female pedestrian died Monday evening after being hit by a vehicle on West Ridge Drive. Jackson Police Department (JPD) officers from Precinct 2 responded to the incident around 7:00 p.m. on November 18.
According to reports, the victim was allegedly sitting in the middle of the street when she was hit. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities.
Emergency medical responders transported the woman to a hospital, where she was later pronounced dead.
The Accident Investigation Unit and Mobile Crime Unit were also on the scene to assist with the investigation.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about this incident to contact Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS (8477) or the Jackson Police Department at 601-960-1234. The investigation remains ongoing.
