A pedestrian was struck and killed Monday evening in Bessemer.

The crash happened at 5:50 p.m. at 18th Avenue North and 15th Street North, according to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office.

The victim was taken to UAB Hospital where he was pronounced dead at 6:40 p.m.

Chief Deputy Coroner Bill Yates said the victim was a 63-year-old man. His name is being withheld pending notification of his family.

Bessemer police are investigating.