MERIDIAN — A 78-year-old man was killed Tuesday night after being hit by a vehicle near Faireview Avenue in Meridian, according to police.
The Ada County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Richard Fletcher of Meridian; he was pronounced dead at the scene after lifesaving efforts were unsuccessful.
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The crash happened around 8:07 p.m. near the intersection of East Fairview Avenue and Northeast Fifth Street. The driver involved remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities, police said.
The Meridian Police Department is investigating the crash. It's unclear at this time whether any charges will be filed against the driver. Idaho News 6 will continue to update this story as more information becomes available.
The family has organized a GoFundMe to help cover funeral expenses.
