Ada County Coroner’s Office has verified a recent pedestrian death in Fruitland. Following an incident Tuesday night, the victim—identified as 59-year-old Frederick Benjamin of Boise—tragically passed away.
Benjamin was taken right away to the hospital, where he stayed in critical state, according to authorities. The collision happened just after 10:00 p.m. In the ICU, he passed away from his injuries the following morning despite the best efforts of the medical staff.
The official Coroner’s statement notes that the method of death is pending, a position indicating the continuous investigation the Idaho State Police is doing to ascertain the particular facts surrounding the event. As the inquiry turns out, more specifics will be given.
