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Authorities Identify Omaha Woman Killed by Truck

car-pedestrian-accident(AP) — Authorities have identified the woman killed by a truck while crossing a street in south Omaha.

Omaha police say 62-year-old Bonnie Lebbs, of Omaha, was killed Aug. 2. Neighbors say the woman was returning from a grocery store with items in a small wagon.

Police say the driver of the semi and trailer was turning onto a street when the accident happened. Witnesses told authorities that as the vehicle turned, Lebbs was underneath the rear tires of the trailer. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police say alcohol use or speed do not appear to be factors in the crash.

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