Dec 08, 2024

Kansas man dies in pedestrian accident

Posted Dec 08, 2024 5:55 PM

SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating a fatal pedestrian accident.

Just after midnight Sunday morning, police responded to a reported injury accident involving a vehicle and pedestrian near the 2500 Block of SE Adams in Topeka, according to Police LT. Matt Danielson.

A southbound vehicle stuck a man who was pronounced deceased at the scene.  The roadway was shut down during the overnight hours for the investigation, but it was reopened at approximately 7:00 a.m. Sunday. 

Police did not release the name of the victim or other details.