WALKER, Michigan — A Grand Rapids woman was killed Thursday morning after being struck by a car in Walker.
Police say the woman, identified as 71-year-old Laurie Bos, was crossing Lake Michigan Drive on a motorized scooter when she was hit by a westbound car. Westbound traffic had a green light at the time of the crash, according to investigators.
The woman was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the car was identified as a 31-year-old Grand Rapids resident, who was taken to a hospital with minor injuries.
The westbound lanes of Lake Michigan Drive are closed at this time. Eastbound traffic is down to one lane.
Drivers are encouraged to find an alternate route while the investigation is ongoing. Police say it is unclear when the road will be reopened.
The investigation is ongoing. Police believe speed, alcohol or drugs were not factors in the crash.
Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact Walker police at 616-791-6788 or Silent Observer at 616-774-2345.
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