21-Year-Old Pedestrian Killed in Crash on U.S. 131 in Kalamazoo County

A 21-year-old man from Illinois was killed after being struck by a vehicle while walking along a highway in Kalamazoo County, authorities said.

Crash Occurred Late Saturday Night

According to the Kalamazoo County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the scene around 10:22 p.m. on March 21 along U.S. 131 in Oshtemo Township.

Investigators said the man was walking in the northbound lanes near Mile Marker 37 when he was hit by a vehicle.

Victim Pronounced Dead at Scene

The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. His identity has not been fully released beyond confirmation that he was from Illinois.

Investigation Ongoing

Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the sheriff’s office or submit tips anonymously.

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