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"textContent": "Authorities have identified the 70‑year‑old man who was struck and killed by a vehicle Tuesday in Woodbridge.\n\nPolice say Julio Carlos Cruz Merino was hit by a 19‑year‑old driving a Toyota Camry just after 6 p.m. near Richmond Highway and Opitz Boulevard. Investigators say Merino was not in a crosswalk or designated crossing area.\n\nThe driver stayed at the scene and was not injured.\n\nMerino was taken to a nearby hospital, where he died from his injuries.\n\nAnyone who witnessed the crash is asked to contact Prince William County police at 703‑792‑6500 or submit a tip at pwcva.gov/policetip.",
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