Metro

Man hit, killed by car in Bronx

A man was killed today crossing a busy Bronx street when he was struck by a car.

The unidentified 55-year-old man was crossing East Tremont Avenue near Mapes Avenue at around 1 p.m. when a 1995 Honda Accord hit the man. He was pronounced dead a short time later at St. Barnabus Hospital.

The 31-year-old driver remained at the scene and was also taken to St. Barnabus Hospital with a minor head wound.

Police are still investigating but said they do not suspect any criminality at this time.