Vancouver police say a 38-year-old city man has died of his injuries after being hit by a car Saturday evening.
They say the man was struck by a Honda Civic around 7 p.m. while the crossing East 57 Avenue mid-block, near Prince Edward Street.
Police say the man died a short time later in hospital.
His name was not immediately released.
Investigators say the driver of the car remained at the scene and is co-operating with police.
They also say that alcohol does not appear to have been a factor.
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