Gwinnett County police investigate deadly pedestrian accident

GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. - Gwinnett County police are investigating after a pedestrian was hit and killed Tuesday night.

(Gwinnett County Police Department )

According to investigators, 35-year-old Benjamin Phenix was hit while trying to cross Buford Drive at the intersection of Braves Drive around 10:04 pm. 

Phenix was hit by a car traveling on Buford Drive. He later died from his injuries.                   

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Gwinnett's Accident Investigation Unit is investigating. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Gwinnett County Police Department at 770-513-5300.

Tipsters should contact Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477). Crime Stoppers tipsters can remain anonymous and may be eligible to receive a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case. 

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