By james art 
RENO, Nev. (News 4 & Fox 11) – A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a motorcycle in Reno Monday night.
Crews responded to reports of a motorcycle accident on W. 4th Street near Summit Ridge Drive around 5:45 pm on November 4th. They discovered that a motorcycle had struck a pedestrian who was crossing W. 4th Street a short distance east of Summit Ridge Drive.
A medical team pronounced the pedestrian dead on the spot.
The Reno Police Department’s MAIT (Major Accident Investigation Team) is handling the investigation. The driver of the motorcycle was also transported without danger to his life.
Authorities say speed or impairment do not appear to be factors in this crash.
The identity of the deceased has not been released.
Anyone with information is urged to call the Reno Police Department’s non-emergency line at 775-334-2677. They can also contact Secret Witness at 775-322-4900 by going online or by texting 847411(TIP) keyword – SW.