The crash happened on Olympia Street Tuesday afternoon. The driver of the vehicle is cooperating with the investigation, according to police.
KENNEWICK, Wash. – The Kennewick Police Department is investigating after a woman was killed after being hit by a car in a crosswalk Tuesday.
It happened at the intersection of 4th Avenue and Olympia Street just before 3 p.m.
Authorities said a preliminary investigation showed Bobbilee Martin, 32, was crossing Olympia Street and was legally walking in the crosswalk.
The driver of a pickup was making a left turn onto Olympia Street from 4th Avenue when they hit Martin, who was still in the crosswalk.
Martin died at the scene due to extensive internal injuries, according to police.
Authorities said the driver of the pickup pulled over at the scene and talked with police. They said the driver is currently working with the investigation.
At this time, police said it does not appear that alcohol or drugs are a factor in the crash.
The case remains under investigation.
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