Pedestrian Killed in I-25 Collision Near Longmont Early Saturday
A pedestrian was fatally struck by a FedEx truck on southbound Interstate 25, north of Longmont, at approximately 4:53 a.m. on Saturday.
According to the Colorado State Patrol, the victim was walking in the middle of the right lane when the truck, traveling southbound, collided with him. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The identity of the pedestrian will be released by the Weld County Coroner's Office. Authorities stated that the truck driver, 35 years old, is not expected to face charges related to the incident.
Southbound I-25 was closed between Colorado 66 and Colorado 119 throughout Saturday morning, causing significant delays. The roadway reopened around 10:15 a.m., as reported by the Colorado Department of Transportation.
The incident remains under investigation.