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Pedestrian dies in car crash on Gray Highway in Macon, deputies say

A pedestrian was hit by a car on Gray Highway in Macon, GA, and died at a local hospital, Bibb County deputies said.
A pedestrian was hit by a car on Gray Highway in Macon, GA, and died at a local hospital, Bibb County deputies said. Getty Images/iStockphoto

A pedestrian died after being hit by a car on Gray Highway in Macon Tuesday morning, according to a news release from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office.

Deputies are investigating the 36-year-old man’s death, which occurred near the intersection of Boulevard on Gray Highway just before 3:45 a.m. Tuesday, according to the news release.

“It was reported that a 20-year-old male driver of a gray Nissan struck (the) pedestrian who was crossing the roadway, wearing dark clothing,” BCSO said.

The man was unresponsive when deputies responded to the scene. He was transported to a local hospital by an ambulance, but later died of his injuries, according to BCSO.

He has not been identified as of publication. The pedestrian’s name will be released once the next of kin has been notified, BCSO said.

This crash is under investigation. Deputies said additional information will be released when it becomes available.

Deputies urged anyone with information to contact BCSO at 478-751-7500 and ask to speak with a fatality investigator.

Alba Rosa
The Telegraph
Alba Rosa, from Puerto Rico, is a local courts reporter for The Telegraph in Macon, Georgia. She studied journalism at Florida International University in Miami, Florida where she graduated Magna Cum Laude in December 2023. Other than journalism, she likes to make art, write and produce music and delve into the fashion world.
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