Omaha, Nebraska – A pedestrian lost his life in a devastating accident late Tuesday night. The incident occurred on 13th Street, a bustling area near Interstate 80, marking a somber moment for the Omaha community.
The Omaha Police Department (OPD) reported that the accident happened near the intersection of 13th Street and Bob Gibson Boulevard, just off Interstate 80. It was around 9:50 p.m. when dispatchers received the alarming news of a person being hit by a vehicle. The scene, described as chaotic and distressing, drew immediate attention from nearby residents and passersby.
Upon arrival, Omaha Police confirmed the worst. The victim, who has not been identified yet, was found lifeless. In a heartbreaking turn of events, no medical transport was initiated, as the victim was declared dead at the scene. This detail underscores the severity of the collision and the immediate impact it had.
According to OPD’s investigation, the pedestrian was walking northbound on 13th Street, near the eastbound I-80 on-ramp. In a shocking revelation, it was found that a Honda Odyssey struck the pedestrian from behind. The news release from OPD on Wednesday provided a harrowing detail: “The force of the impact threw the pedestrian into the island near the on-ramp.”
This detail paints a vivid and tragic picture of the accident’s severity. The pedestrian, unsuspectingly walking, was hit with such force that he was thrown a considerable distance, indicating the high impact of the crash.
Following the accident, the 13th Street exit off I-80 eastbound was closed. This closure was necessary for the OPD Traffic Unit to conduct a thorough investigation of the crash site.
