Pedestrian struck, killed along Coquihalla Highway south of Merritt

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By Charlie Carey

Posted April 3, 2025 11:54 am.

Last Updated April 3, 2025 12:03 pm.

The Merritt RCMP says a pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle along the Coquihalla Highway 5 early Thursday morning.

According to Mounties, emergency crews were called to the incident around 5:15 a.m., near Kane Valley Road, south of Merritt.

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“Despite lifesaving efforts, a male pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene,” Cpl. James Grandy said in a statement.

Grandy adds that the driver of the vehicle was “unable” to avoid hitting the victim.

“[The driver] remained on scene. No criminality is suspected,” Mounties said.

The highway was closed for several hours while police investigated; however, it reopened to traffic in all directions just after 11:30 a.m.

The BC Coroners Service and the RCMP are actively investigating the incident. Police are urging anyone with information to contact the Merritt RCMP at 250-378-4262.

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