EAST NAPLES, Fla. — A pedestrian has died after being struck by an SUV on Tamiami Trail East just west of Bayshore Drive in East Naples, authorities confirmed.
The fatal collision occurred along the busy U.S. 41 corridor, a heavily traveled roadway through the East Naples area. Emergency responders arrived on scene, but the pedestrian was pronounced dead at the location.
Officials have not yet released the identity of the victim, and details surrounding the circumstances of the crash remain under investigation.
Law enforcement agencies are working to determine what led up to the incident, including whether speed, visibility, or other factors may have contributed. No information has been provided so far regarding potential charges or whether the driver remained at the scene.
Traffic in the area was impacted as investigators conducted their work and cleared the roadway.
Authorities are expected to release additional details as the investigation continues.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.