A person has died after being struck by a car on North Main Street in Branford Thursday evening.

Police said they responded to the scene for a reported pedestrian crash. The person was later pronounced dead.

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Their identity is being withheld pending family notification.

The driver stayed at the scene and is cooperating with investigators.

The road is closed between Main Street and Cherry Hill Road at this time. Drivers are being asked to take alternate routes.

Anyone who witnessed the crash can contact police at 203-481-4241.

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