A tragic incident occurred in East Providence, Rhode Island, when a 92-year-old man was fatally struck by a vehicle in the parking lot of Shaw’s Supermarket on Taunton Avenue. The accident took place on Sunday, prompting immediate response from local law enforcement.

Incident Details

According to police reports, officers arrived at the scene following multiple 911 calls reporting a pedestrian hit by a vehicle. The elderly man, a resident of Providence, was found with severe injuries and was quickly transported to Rhode Island Hospital. Unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the hospital.

The identity of the victim has not been released by authorities, respecting the privacy of the family during this difficult time. The driver involved in the incident, a woman whose name has also not been disclosed, remained at the scene and is fully cooperating with the investigation. As of now, no charges have been filed against her.

Ongoing Investigation

The East Providence Police Department is conducting a thorough investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the accident. Further details have not been provided as the investigation is still underway. The community is urged to exercise caution in parking lots and be vigilant of pedestrians to prevent such unfortunate events.

Original reporting: NBC10 Boston — read the source article.