The incident was reported at the intersection of Bay Avenue and Twin Oaks Drive around 10:30 p.m.
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Authorities say Ashley Beams, 31, was traveling east on Bay Avenue when she left her lane, traveled onto the shoulder and struck a pedestrian who was parked and retrieving something from their car.
The cars traveled nearly 100 feet before coming to a stop.
The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. Their identity has not yet been released.
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Beams was taken to the hospital for treatment of injuries she suffered in the crash.
The incident remains under investigation. Charges are pending at this time.
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