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The incident happened in Baldwin, on Coes Neck Road, at around 6:20 a.m. Friday, Oct. 18.
Nassau County Police said a cargo truck was driving near the intersection of Notre Dame Court when it swerved to avoid a car backing into the roadway and struck a 44-year-old man walking on the shoulder.
The victim suffered severe head trauma and was pronounced dead by a Nassau County Police medic, according to police. His identity had not been publicized as of Friday evening.
The 59-year-old truck driver remained at the scene.
Police said the incident is under investigation.
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