The deadly incident happened around 8:26 p.m. Friday, Sept. 6 on East McKinney Avenue in front of Mack Park, Denton police said in a press release.

Denton, TX – A 79-year-old man using a motorized mobility scooter was hit and killed by a vehicle while operating the scooter on McKinney Avenue, according to a police report.
The deadly incident happened around 8:26 p.m. Friday, Sept. 6 on East McKinney Avenue in front of Mack Park, Denton police said in a press release.
Initial investigation revealed that a pickup truck hit 79-year-old Eladio Santiago while operating a motorized mobility wheelchair on the roadway. Santiago was taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead, according to Denton police.
Denton Man Eladio Santiago Hit, Killed by Truck while on Wheelchair along East McKinney Avenue
The driver of the pickup was not hurt in the incident. The driver remained on scene and cooperated with the investigators, police said.
No additional information was provided.
The incident remains under investigation.
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