ATLANTA — A 19-year-old Georgia Tech student was hit and killed Friday night on the downtown connector.
Officers responded around 11 p.m. to the scene on I-85S and I-75N.
Police said the student, identified, as Kaden Campbell, appeared to be attempting to cross the interstate when he was hit by an SUV.
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The driver stayed on the scene and no charges are anticipated.
Georgia Tech confirmed to Channel 2 Action News that Campbell was a student at the school and a Sigma Nu fraternity pledge.
Georgia Tech Dean of Students John Stein sent the following letter to students and staff:
It is with great sadness I am notifying campus that Kaden Campbell, a first-year undergraduate and Sigma Nu fraternity pledge, died last night after being struck by a car while walking on the interstate. The Atlanta Police Department's traffic unit is investigating the details of this accident. <br/> <br/> On behalf of Georgia Tech, we extend our deepest condolences to Kaden's family and friends who are coping with the shock, confusion, and grief resulting from this tragedy. <br/> <br/> Staff from the Georgia Tech Counseling Center are available, one of multiple services and resources in support of our community during this time of loss and grief.
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