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Pedestrian killed after being hit by vehicle in Columbus, coroner says

A man was struck by a vehicle and killed in Columbus on Sunday, according to Muscogee County Coroner Buddy Bryan.

Bryan identified the victim as Brent Hart, 42, who was pronounced dead at 3:31 a.m. An autopsy will be performed, Bryan said.

A post on the Columbus Police Department’s X page said the motor squad is investigating the incident. The incident occurred at Miller Road and Bush Avenue, according to the post.

This story was originally published February 16, 2026 at 3:52 PM.

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Columbus Ledger-Enquirer
Kelby Hutchison is the breaking news reporter for the Ledger-Enquirer. Originally from Dothan, Alabama, Kelby grew up frequently visiting Columbus to eat at Country’s BBQ in the old Greyhound bus station and at Clearview BBQ on River Road. He graduated from the University of Alabama with a B.A. in criminal justice and a M.A. in journalism. During his studies, Kelby specialized in community journalism.
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