Stafford County Sheriff’s Deputy hits, kills pedestrian

A Stafford County Sheriff’s Deputy has hit and killed a pedestrian crossing the street, according to the sheriff's office.

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The deputy was traveling eastbound on Garrisonville Road when he struck the pedestrian crossing the roadway at Center Street.

The 44-year-old male pedestrian succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The deputy was treated for minor injuries.

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The sheriff's office says this is an active investigation and further information will be released as it becomes available.