BOISE, ID – A tragic crash in Boise Tuesday afternoon claimed the life of a young girl, Boise Police confirmed in an update late Tuesday evening.

Officers responded to the intersection of N. Harrison Boulevard and W. Ada Street at approximately 4:42 p.m. after a vehicle collided with a pedestrian. Ada County Paramedics transported the girl to a local hospital, where she later died. Officials said the Ada County Coroner’s Office will release her identity at a later time.

A preliminary investigation indicates the driver of a pickup truck was traveling west on Ada Street and stopped at a stop sign at Harrison Boulevard. The pedestrian had stopped on the northeast sidewalk, and traffic was backed up on Harrison. The collision occurred as both the driver and pedestrian entered the intersection, with the driver attempting a right turn to head north on Harrison.

The Boise Police Crash Reconstruction Team and Violent Crime Unit detectives responded to the scene. Harrison Boulevard was temporarily closed for the investigation and has since reopened.

“This is a parent’s worst nightmare, and tonight our hearts go out to the victim’s family, friends, and her community at large,” said Boise Police Chief Chris Dennison. Police say the investigation is ongoing and additional information will be released as it becomes available.