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Pedestrian killed in late-night Columbia County crash

FILE IMAGE: FHP patrol vehicle with lights Investigators said an SUV rear-ended a car stropped for a traffic signal on OBT at Hunter's Creek Boulevard early Monday. (Florida Highway Patrol/Florida Highway Patrol)

COLUMBIA COUNTY, Fla. — A 46-year-old man from Cross City died Friday night after being hit by an SUV on County Road 252 in Columbia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Troopers say the crash happened just after 11 p.m. near Southwest Miracle Court.

The SUV, driven by a 76-year-old man, was heading west when it hit the pedestrian, who was walking along the north shoulder of the road.

The driver was not hurt, officials said.

FHP is still investigating the crash.

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