16-year-old fatally struck by vehicle in Decatur near Avondale MARTA station

A 16-year-old died Monday evening after being struck by a vehicle in Decatur, police said.

Officers were called to the intersection of East College Avenue and Commerce Drive, near the Avondale MARTA station, around 7:15 p.m. regarding the fatal wreck. The teenager, identified as Kevin Valente of Scottdale, died from injuries sustained during the crash, police said.

Officials did not say if Valente was utilizing a crosswalk when he was struck or what exactly led to the collision.

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The driver remained at the scene and police said they are cooperating with the investigation. As of Tuesday evening, the driver had not been charged.

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