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A pedestrian was struck and killed by a driver in the South Prairie area Tuesday evening.

It is unknown if drugs or alcohol were factors in this crash.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

PIERCE COUNTY, Wash. - The Washington State Patrol ( WSP ) is investigating after a pedestrian was struck and killed by a driver in Pierce County on Tuesday.

According to the WSP, the crash happened at 5:18 p.m. on SR-162 in the South Prairie area.

What they're saying:

Investigators say the pedestrian, a 41-year-old woman from Covington, was in the eastbound lane of SR-162 just west of Lower Burnett when a driver, traveling in the same direction, crashed into her.

Troopers say the car came to a rest on the right shoulder and the driver was uninjured.

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