Deadly DUI Crash in Northern Liberties: Cops

Police say a driver was under the influence when he struck and killed a man in Philadelphia Monday afternoon.

The drunk driver was traveling near the intersection of 8th Street and Girard Avenue around 2 p.m. when he hit a 54-year-old man with his van, killing him, according to investigators.

Officials say the victim, who was working in the area, was helping his coworker back a vehicle out when he was struck.

Authorities have taken the driver into custody.

Stay with NBC10 for more on this developing story.

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