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Man standing in middle of Saskatchewan highway killed

Man standing in the middle of a Saskatchewan highway Friday evening killed after being struck by vehicle. Google Maps

LEOVILLE, Sask. – A man who was spotted standing in the middle of a Saskatchewan highway Friday evening was killed after being struck by a vehicle.

Spiritwood RCMP said they received a call around 10:20 p.m. about the man on Highway 24 south of Leoville.

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While officers were on the way to the call, a second call was received, followed by a third call saying the man had been hit by a vehicle.

The 26-year-old man was declared dead at the scene. His name has not been released.

Mounties continue to investigate and say no charges have been laid at this time.

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