NORTH TONAWANDA, N.Y. — A pedestrian was struck and killed Friday afternoon at a North Tonawanda shopping plaza.
North Tonawanda Police Chief Keith Glass said a female — no age was given — was struck by a vehicle while in a crosswalk at Walmart. She was declared dead at the scene.
"That's about all we can disclose right now," Chief Glass said during a brief news conference.
North Tonawanda Mayor Austin Tylec said he talked with a Walmart manager, who talked with staff and employees about what happened.
"I did speak to the manager here at Walmart," Tylec said. "He is meeting with all his staff and employees, seeing how they're doing. Those that did see the incident that did occur, my understanding is that they will be providing mental health and resources for anyone that is struggling right now."
Tylec added that Walmart was cooperating with the investigation, talking with both the police and fire departments. Chief Glass said the store would be closed for at least two hours as crews investigated.
Chief Glass said more information might be released Saturday, as more information becomes available.