Griffith — A 59-year-old man has died after being struck by a vehicle Monday morning in Griffith.
According to the Griffith Police Department, officers were dispatched on April 6, 2026, to the 1100 block of East Ridge Road for a report of a vehicle versus pedestrian crash in a parking lot.
Upon arrival, officers located the male victim lying on the ground with apparent injuries. He was transported by ambulance to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.
Police say the driver involved remained at the scene and is cooperating fully with investigators.
The incident remains under active investigation. No additional details, including the identity of the victim, have been released at this time.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Jason Gary at (219) 924-7503, ext. 252. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to the Griffith Police Department tip line at (219) 922-3085.
