By Crash News Writer 
Columbus, OH (June 26, 2025) — A pedestrian died Monday afternoon after being hit by a semitrailer at a busy intersection in south Columbus, near the village of Obetz.
According to reports, the incident occurred on June 24 at the intersection of Alum Creek Drive and Williams Road. Emergency crews responded quickly and transported the victim to Grant Medical Center in critical condition. Despite life-saving efforts, the individual was pronounced dead at 1:49 p.m.
The driver of the semi remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation. Authorities have not released the identity of the pedestrian as the Columbus Division of Police’s Accident Investigation Unit continues its inquiry.
The department is urging anyone with information to come forward and assist with the investigation.
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The information in this article is based on initial reports from local authorities and may be subject to updates as investigations continue.
- The identities of those involved in the incident have not been released pending official confirmation and notification of next of kin.
- Further details about the accident, including toxicology results and potential charges, will be shared as they become available.
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