Westminster: Woman Struck, Killed By Truck While Crossing Street

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10.10.2022 | 7:00 PM | WESTMINSTER – A woman was struck and killed by a truck while crossing a street Monday morning, police said.

The 72-year-old female, who’s identity is being withheld pending notification of her next-of-kin, was struck by a truck while in a designated crosswalk near the intersection of Hope Street and Bolsa Avenue around 9:55 AM.

When authorities arrived they located the woman unconscious with head trauma and began administering CPR.

Despite the efforts of first responders, she succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Police said drugs and or alcohol did not appear to have played a role in the crash.

Additional information regarding the driver of the truck was not immediately released.

Anyone with information regarding the deadly crash is asked to contact Officer Claire Tran at (714) 548-3788.

Anonymous tips can be submitted through the Orange County Crime Stoppers by calling (855) TIP-OCCS or by visiting their website at www.occrimestoppers.org.

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