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Pedestrian killed in crash on South Military Trail in Palm Springs identified

Lorna Nuneza, 80, died after being struck by a Volkswagen Jetta, while crossing the roadway on Thursday at around 7:15 a.m.
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PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — The Palm Springs Police Department is investigating a traffic crash that killed a pedestrian Thursday morning on South Military Trail.

The crash occurred at approximately 7:15 a.m. in the 3900 block of South Military Trail, according to police and fire rescue officials.

A gray Volkswagen Jetta was traveling northbound on South Military Trail when it struck a pedestrian who was crossing the roadway from east to west, mid-block, police said.

The pedestrian, identified as 80-year-old Lorna Nuneza, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The driver of the Volkswagen was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.

The crash remains under investigation by the Palm Springs Police Department.