Car kills man in Springville

SPRINGVILLE — A pedestrian was hit and killed Friday in Springville.

Ty Shifrer, 50, was near a bus stop at 600 North just after 7 a.m. when he was hit by a southbound vehicle, said Springville Police Lt. Dave Caron.

Police believe the 22-year-old female driver didn't see the man as he was walking in the roadway.

Caron said another motorist nearby also didn't see the man, common in the early morning hours before the sun rises.

The man was thrown about 130 feet down the road based on the impact from the car, which was traveling close to 50 miles an hour, the posted speed limit.

The man died at the scene.

There are no indications the driver was driving too fast or was under the influence of drugs or alcohol, Caron said. Police continue to investigate.

Shifrer lived at Hobble Creek Care Center, 465 N. Main, and police believe he was returning from a nearby McDonald's restaurant. He had a McDonald's cup with him at the time of the accident.

The driver was taken to the hospital just for a quick medical exam, although she did not suffer serious injuries, Caron said.

Caron said he talked to the man's sister, who was concerned for the driver and the emotional trauma she must be feeling.

"She was very concerned for the young woman," Caron said. "She's a very kind person, very understanding."