GASTON COUNTY, N.C. — North Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating after a pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle in north Gaston County Monday evening.
The collision happened around 8:45 p.m. on northbound US-321 near Hardin Road, north of Dallas.
Troopers said a driver hit and killed 31-year-old Amanda Johnson as she walked into the northbound lanes.
Investigators told Channel 9 the driver stopped and remained at the scene, and that no charges will be filed.
The highway was closed for several hours while troopers investigated the scene.
This is an ongoing investigation. Check back with wsoctv.com for more information.
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