Pedestrian dies after being hit crossing Aurora

A male pedestrian attempting to cross Aurora Ave N near NE 45th St last night was hit by a vehicle heading south on Aurora.  According to the SPD Blotter, the man was crossing west on Aurora when he was hit by a Chevrolet Blazer shortly after 8 p.m.  Fremont Universe reader Jakey wrote in the forum that he witnessed medics performing CPR on the man in the road before he was taken to the hospital.  The man was transported to Harborview Medical Center where he died from his injuries.  Southbound lanes of Aurora were closed as officers investigated the scene.  The driver of the Blazer showed no signs of impairment and was interviewed and released.  Traffic Collision detectives will continue the investigation.