75-Year-Old Woman Killed in Pedestrian Accident on 8th Avenue at 23rd Street [Yuma, AZ]

Pedestrian Struck, Killed by Vehicle on South 8th Avenue in Yuma

YUMA, AZ (January 26, 2023) – The Yuma Police Department confirmed that a 75-year-old woman died in a pedestrian accident on South 8th Avenue on January 17.

According to the Arizona Department of Public Safety, the collision happened at 23rd Street around 7:55 PM. Based on a report, the victim was crossing 8th Avenue at the time of the crash.

Due to unknown reasons, a 63-year-old man driving a Chevrolet Silverado struck her.

As a result, the woman suffered grave injuries. Emergency crews transported her to Yuma Regional Medical Center and to a Phoenix-area hospital, where she died. Officials did not release her name, pending kin notification.

As of now, an investigation into the case is ongoing. In addition, officers encourage anyone with any information about this case to call the Yuma Police Department at (928) 783-4421 or 78-Crime at (928) 782-7463 to remain anonymous.

We offer our sincere condolences to the bereaved family and friends of the victim.

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