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Pedestrian dies after crash near Academy and Maizeland in Colorado Springs

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- One person was killed after being hit by a vehicle Wednesday morning near Academy Boulevard and Maizeland Road.

Police have blocked southbound Academy Boulevard near Constitution Ave. due to the crash. It happened around 9:30 a.m.

The area where the pedestrian crossed does not have a crosswalk.

Police said the pedestrian was thrown about 40 yards down the southbound lane of North Academy after being hit. Police believe the pedestrian is a transient.

The driver pulled over at an office building down the road immediately after the crash.

They are cooperating with officers in their investigation.

We're working on getting more information, check back for updates.

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