Pedestrian dies after being struck by dump truck at Long Point

An 86-year-old pedestrian was killed after being struck by a dump truck in Long Point on Wednesday.

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The Oxford County resident, who was walking along Erie Boulevard when the collision occurred, died at the scene, said Norfolk OPP.

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Police and paramedics responded to the scene at about 1:14 pm

Erie Boulevard between Austin Parkway and Beach Avenue was closed for several hours while West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement team members investigated.

The truck driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with police.

Anyone with relevant information or who may have dashcam footage is urged to call Norfolk OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Anonymous tips can be provided by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.helpsolvecrime.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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