JACKSONVILLE, N.C. -- A 63-year-old man is dead after being hit by a tractor trailer while crossing an Onslow County Road.

  • Jeffrey Loux was killed early Tuesday.
  • He was struck by a semi truck while crossing highway.
  • Truck driver will not be charged.

It happened just after midnight Tuesday morning on N.C. Highway 53.

Authorities say Jeffrey Loux hit by the truck while trying to cross the road.

They believe Loux may have been under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident.

The driver of the truck will not be charged.

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