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Man Struck by Vehicle in Vista Dies

A man struck by a vehicle in Vista Friday night died from his injuries, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP).

The incident occurred around 7:45 p.m. on the 1500 block of S Sante Fe Avenue.

CHP officials said the pedestrian, a 38-year-old man, was jaywalking across the street with another person when he was struck.

"We know that that individual (the pedestrian who was not struck) did knock on the door of one of these businesses and asked them to call 911 for help for this guy who is deceased out here," said CHP Officer Jim Bettencourt.

Bettencourt added that the second person left the scene. 

The driver, a 31-year-old man from Vista, was not suspected to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol. 

No arrested or charges were filed in the incident.

The investigation is ongoing, Bettencourt told NBC 7.

No other information was available.

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