Tragedy occurred in Kennewick Tuesday as a man was struck by a semi-truck and killed while crossing a busy Kennewick street.

No names have been released at this time of the driver or the pedestrian.

Thoughts and prayers to all involved!

Here's what an official press release states:

"Location 1016 West Columbia Drive and Jean Street Kennewick

Summary of Incident:
Around 1918 hours this evening officers responded to multiple calls of a collision involving at least once vehicle and a pedestrian. The pedestrian that was struck was an adult male and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The identity of the male will be released once the next of kin is notified. The Kennewick Police Traffic Division is currently conducting a further investigation.
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If someone has information that they would like to provide while remaining confidential, they may call the Crime Stoppers line at 586-TIPS (8477), 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit www.tricitiescimestoppers.org"

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