Truck driver hits, kills woman in parking lot of Food Lion in Smithfield

SMITHFIELD, N.C. (WTVD) -- A woman was hit and killed in the parking lot of a Food Lion on Friday afternoon.

The incident occurred around 5:30 p.m. in front of the grocery store located at 851 W. Market Street in Smithfield.

Authorities reported that a silver GMC pickup struck the woman near the store entrance. The driver, identified as Steven White of Smithfield, remained at the scene.

According to court documents, he faces charges of felony death by vehicle and misdemeanor driving while impaired. The victim was identified as Dian Hovland.

Smithfield Police are investigating the incident, and no additional details are currently available.

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