Pedestrian dies after being hit by Gardner public works truck

GARDNER — A pedestrian died after being struck by a city vehicle on Coleman Street early Monday.

Authorities identified the victim as Paula MacKenzie, 69, of Gardner.

She was struck by a city Department of Public Works truck about 8:30 a.m., according to the Office of Worcester District Attorney Joseph D. Early Jr.

The case remains under investigation by Gardner and state police.

"Tragic event," said Mayor Michael J. Nicholson. "You hope to never see something like this. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family."

This article originally appeared on Telegram & Gazette: Worcester DA: Pedestrian killed after being hit by Gardner public works truck