A fatal incident last night on Interstate 95 in South Philadelphia claimed the life of a pedestrian, according to multiple reports. FOX 29 reported that the accident occurred on I-95 south, between Columbus Boulevard and Washington Avenue around 9:15 p.m. The driver involved in the incident remained at the scene and is cooperating with the authorities.

Details surrounding the event remain scant, the identity, and age of the victim have not been disclosed. "A pedestrian was killed when they were hit by a car," Fox 29 noted, emphasizing that pertinent information regarding the circumstances that led to the deadly collision is still forthcoming. Sections of the interstate were closed for an extended period, creating significant traffic disruptions. The road has since been reopened as informed by CBS News Philadelphia.

The crash reportedly occurred just before 11 p.m., and the area between the I-676 east and Market Street exits was cordoned off for several hours, relayed 6abc. The pedestrian, whose reasons for being on the highway remain unknown, was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident has prompted an appeal from the police, asking any witnesses to step forward with information that can assist in the ongoing investigation.