The Chilliwack RCMP is investigating two incidents, separated by less than 24 hours, of pedestrians dying after being struck by drivers.
The intersection of Vedder Road and Promontory Road in south Chilliwack was temporarily closed in all directions Tuesday afternoon while police investigated a collision that killed one man.
The RCMP says officers were called to the area around 2:40 p.m.
“Investigators have identified the vehicle and the driver is cooperating,” said Mounties.
Police said the intersection would likely remain closed into the evening hours.
“Please plan an alternate route and avoid the area,” said Staff Sgt. Layne Penner.
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Earlier, another man died after being struck by a driver in Chilliwack Monday night.
The RCMP says the man was hit while walking along Boundary Road, north of No. 5 Road, just after 9 p.m.
“Despite lifesaving efforts, a male pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene,” police explained.
Mounties did not specify if the driver stayed at the scene after Monday’s collision.
The Chilliwack RCMP did not respond to 1130 NewsRadio’s request for more information in time for publication.
Anyone who witnessed the incidents or has information that may be related is asked to please contact the Chilliwack RCMP at 604-792-4611.
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