Brady Lynn Smith, 21, killed in pedestrian collision with alleged hit-and-run driver Joe Buckelk near Poplar, Montana
Victim of Poplar hit-and-run crash identified
Summers says two other people were walking with Smith when he was struck from behind. They said he was hit by a Ford pickup that left the scene.
Suspect in Poplar fatal hit-and-run apprehended, faces charges
Authorities said Wednesday that Joe Buckelk, of Poplar, is in custody and faces a charge of manslaughter and driving while under the influence.
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