GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Grand Rapids Police are investigating after a pedestrian was found dead after being hit by a car early Friday morning.
Officers got the call to the area of Commerce Ave. SW and Cherry St. W around 1:45 a.m. According to GRPD, a 60-year-old man was laying in the roadway when he was hit by a vehicle.
They say when they arrived the man hit was still under the car involved. Firefighters had to help get him out. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the car stayed on scene; police say he was cooperative with investigators.
Mel Trotter Ministries confirmed to FOX 17 that the man had been a guest at the shelter. Mel Trotter says they are working with GRPD as they investigate the circumstances surrounding the deadly incident.
The man's name has not been released yet.
Mel Trotter Ministries stated, "We extend our deepest sympathies to those involved and offer our prayers to them during this difficult time."
GRPD is still investigating what led up to the crash.
UPDATE: GRPD: Man suffered medical emergency before car hit him
