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Pedestrian on I-15 was hit and killed by semi-truck, state police say

Pedestrian hit on I-15
Pedestrian hit on I-15
Pedestrian hit on I-15
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LAS VEGAS (KTVN) — Nevada State Police-Highway Patrol shut down several northbound lanes of Interstate 15 on Thursday evening after a fatal collision.

Initial details were limited, but authorities confirmed the crash happened between Russell Road and Tropicana Avenue.

They say a pedestrian was on the interstate when they were hit by a semi-truck and killed.

WATCH: Video shows the police presence on I-15 after state police say a pedestrian was hit by a semi-truck:

Video shows police on I-15 after semi-truck hit pedestrian

Investigators asked anyone with information about the crash to contact Nevada State Police.

We're working to get more information about what happened and will share updates as they become available.