The Reno Police Department, Reno Fire Department, and REMSA responded to a crash at 4:03 this morning where a car hit a person walking on North McCarran Boulevard, north of Sierra Highlands Drive.
After attempting life saving efforts, medical personnel say the pedestrian died on scene. Investigators found that the pedestrian was not walking in or near a marked crosswalk.
McCarran Boulevard from Mae Anne southbound to Sierra Highlands was closed while the Reno Police Department M.A.I.T. (Major Accident Investigation Team) investigated the crash scene.
The driver stayed on scene and is cooperating with investigators. Police say it doesn't look like speed or impairment were factors in the crash.
Their identity is being withheld until their next of kin is notified.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Reno Police Department's non-emergency line at (775) 334-2677. You can also report an anonymous tip to secret witness at (775) 322-4900.
