Pedestrian killed by car collision in San Martin

 A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle early Tuesday morning in San Martin, according to California Highway Patrol. 

The 56-year-old Gilroy man was attempting to cross Monterey Road from east to west when he was struck by a Ford Windstar being driven by a 55-year-old man from Windsor, CHP said. 

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The Highway Patrol said the victim walked directly into the path of Ford and was fatally struck. 

Authorities do not believe that drugs or alcohol played a role in the crash. The name of the victim is being withheld pending notification of his next of kin. 

Any witnesses are requested to contact Officer Uribe at 408-427-0700 with any information.