Pedestrian Hit Near Gainesville Bus Stop | Gainesville News

A tragic hit-and-run involving a pedestrian and a box truck unfolded Tuesday evening near a bus stop in Northeast Gainesville, leaving a 49-year-old man dead. Witnesses say he stepped into traffic from a bike lane near GRACE Marketplace, not in a crosswalk. Authorities are still investigating whether he was homeless or staying at a nearby shelter, and while the driver is cooperating, police currently believe he’s not at fault. This heartbreaking incident serves as a sobering reminder of how fast life can change on the road. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9dc3cab6648733a4