Teen killed after being struck by vehicle

ODESSA, TX – Sources report a Midland teen was killed after being hit by a vehicle on the morning of May 18.

Texas DPS said an 18-year-old male was driving a Dodge Ram pickup truck southbound on Knox Avenue.

The pedestrian, a 16-year-old female, was walking in the center of the road when she was hit by the truck.

Authorities responded to the accident shortly after 12:30 p.m.

The victim was pronounced dead at the scene, while the driver of the truck did not suffer any injuries.

The accident is still under investigation.

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