Man dies after he is struck by car

CREATED Nov. 2, 2012

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The Wichita Police Critical Accident Team is investigating a fatal accident that happened around 7 p.m. Friday near the intersection of 17th and N. Piatt.

Wichita Police Sgt. Don Story said a man, believed to be in his late 50s to early 60s, was hit by a vehicle traveling east on 17th. Police are investigating whether any westbound vehicles hit the man before he came to rest.

Authorities said high speeds do not appear to be a factor in the accident. Police are working to identify the victim.