A Northampton man, aged 77, tragically lost his life after being struck by a vehicle in a parking lot incident. The driver, a 61-year-old woman, remained at the scene while investigations commenced.
According to the Northwestern District Attorney's office, the victim was walking back to his car when he was struck by a vehicle driving west in front of Big Y grocery store around 3:30 p.m.
The investigation is ongoing, with Northampton police and State police detectives looking into the details of the incident. Following the crash, the driver's license was immediately suspended.
The tragic event highlights the dangers present in parking lots and raises questions about pedestrian safety, particularly for vulnerable groups like the elderly.
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