Authorities said a vehicle struck a pedestrian along the westbound lanes of the Interstate under unclear circumstances

Rocklin Crash
Pedestrian Killed in Rocklin Crash on Interstate 80

, CA.- A pedestrian was hit and killed by a vehicle near Rocklin early Tuesday morning, according to the authorities.

The accident took place on near the Rocklin Road offramp at about 4:30 a.m.

Authorities said a vehicle struck a pedestrian along the westbound lanes of the Interstate under unclear circumstances.

The victim, who was not immediately identified, was killed in the crash.

No further details were released.

The accident is under investigation.