A pedestrian using an electric mobility scooter was killed Monday afternoon after being struck by a commercial vehicle at a Kerman intersection, authorities said.

Kerman police responded around 3 p.m. to a reported injury collision at Highway 145 and Highway 180.

Officers determined that a commercial vehicle struck a pedestrian who was crossing the intersection while using an electric mobility scooter, police said.

The pedestrian suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.

The cause of the collision remains under investigation. Based on preliminary findings, alcohol or drug impairment does not appear to have been a contributing factor, police said.

Authorities have not released the pedestrian’s identity.

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Anyone who witnessed the collision or has information is asked to contact the Kerman Police Department at (559) 550-0559.

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