Kalamazoo man killed while crossing street Friday evening

KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – A 65-year-old Kalamazoo man was killed Friday evening after being struck while crossing a street in Kalamazoo.

The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety says the pedestrian had been hit by a vehicle while crossing Portage Street near Miller Road at around 6:50 p.m.

Officers attempted lifesaving measures but the man died.

KDPS says alcohol and speed do not appear to be a factor in the accident.  The crash is still under investigation.