Authorities say Shannon Campbell broke down on the northbound expressway around 3:15 a.m.
She was struck by a passing gray Toyota Camry.
The 61-year-old driver pulled over and stayed at the scene.
Police are investigating whether she was also struck by a second passing vehicle that did not stop.
Campbell was pronounced dead at the scene.
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