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Pedestrian hit in Smithfield

Thursday, January 05, 2012
Troopers on the scene of an accident in Smithfield early Thursday.

Troopers on the scene of an accident in Smithfield early Thursday. (WTVD Photo / Chopper 11 HD)

The North Carolina Highway Patrol says a man was hurt after he was hit by a vehicle on NC 210 in Smithfield Thursday morning.

Investigators reported the man - who is hearing impaired - was wearing dark clothing and attempted to cross the highway when he was hit by a pickup truck.

The man suffered injuries to his right leg and was taken to the hospital for treatment.

Troopers said the driver will not be charged.

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