The Colorado State Patrol says a man driving a Chevrolet Uplander van eastbound on Broadway (Highway 340) hit the victim around 6 p.m.
As the van headed toward Greenwood Drive, troopers say it struck a 68-year-old man who was crossing Broadway.
Authorities say the area does not have a crosswalk and is not lit.
The 73-year-old driver of the van remained on scene. Authorities are investigating to determine whether he will face any charges.
Both the driver and the victim are from Grand Junction.
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