One person was killed early Thursday after being struck by a vehicle on Glenwood Avenue near Hilburn Drive, shutting down part of the roadway while officers worked the scene. The crash happened in the pre-dawn hours and backed up traffic as investigators documented the area and collected evidence. Authorities have not yet publicly identified the victim.
According to WRAL, the collision occurred just before 2:45 a.m. at the intersection with Hilburn Drive. The outlet reports that the driver appeared to remain at the scene while police investigated and that the person's name has not been released. WRAL also noted it is working to learn whether any charges will be filed, and Raleigh police have not yet publicly detailed the cause of the crash.
Planned Safety Work at the Junction
Regional and city planning documents show the Hilburn and Glenwood intersection has been identified for pedestrian upgrades, including new crosswalks, pedestrian signals, and sidewalks. The draft NCDOT / CAMPO TIP lists the US 70 (Glenwood Avenue) at Hilburn Drive / Glenwood Forest Drive project as part of those improvements, according to NCDOT, and Raleigh's pedestrian plan highlights Glenwood Avenue as a corridor in need of safety work.
Investigation and Next Steps
Raleigh police are continuing to investigate the collision and have not released further details while they review evidence. WRAL reported that the driver appeared to stay at the scene and said it was working to learn whether any charges will be filed. Anyone with information about the crash is asked to contact the Raleigh Police Department's non-emergency line or crash investigators.
Why This Matters
The fatality underscores ongoing concerns about pedestrian safety along Glenwood Avenue, a busy US 70 corridor the city has targeted in planning documents. The City of Raleigh's Vision Zero program aims to reduce traffic deaths, and both the city's pedestrian plan and the regional TIP show steps toward making crossings safer along this stretch.
