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Woman killed while crossing the street

Updated: Thursday, 08 Dec 2011, 11:12 AM EST
Published : Thursday, 08 Dec 2011, 11:12 AM EST

    Durham, Conn. (WTNH) - State police say a woman was killed while trying to cross a street in Durham.

    Police say 69-year old Joan Leighton-Smith was crossing Route 17 Wednesday afternoon near Route 147 when she was hit by a pick-up truck.

    Police have charged the driver, 57-year old Irving Johnston, with driving under the influence.  

    He was released on a 500 dollar bond and is due in court next week.

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