MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating a fatal vehicle versus pedestrian crash that took place around 5:30 p.m. Friday on the 4100 block of W. Townsend St.
Watch: What we know in the fatal crash investigation
According to a release from MPD, a 48-year-old pedestrian was crossing the road on Dec. 26 when a vehicle traveling eastbound on West Townsend Street hit them.
MPD says it suspects the driver of the vehicle was impaired.
First responders transported the pedestrian to a local hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries. The 48-year-old pedestrian ended up dying from their injuries, according to MPD.
The pedestrian was identified as Robin Dieringer by the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office.
MPD adds that it took a suspect into custody in connection with the crash and charges will be referred to the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office for review.
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