RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — A pedestrian using a wheelchair was killed after being hit by a car on Midlothian Turnpike early Wednesday morning.

At 4:55 a.m. on Oct. 22, officers with the Richmond Police Department responded to a report of a collision in the 6900 block of Midlothian Turnpike.

Upon arrival, officers found an unconscious man in the roadway. Police said he was struck by a white sedan. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police said the victim was operating a motorized wheelchair at the time of the incident. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with officials.

Their identities were not immediately available.

Officials continue to investigate the incident. Anyone with information is asked to contact the RPD Crash Team at 804-646-5292.

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