Woman struck and killed by snow plow in North Providence

NORTH PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) – Police say a woman died from injuries sustained in a snow plow accident Tuesday afternoon in North Providence.

Maria Vega-Rivera, 71, was struck by a snow plow in the parking lot of Maple Gardens apartments on McGuire Road at around 1 p.m.

Officials say Rivera suffered serious injuries and was taken to Rhode Island Hospital, where she  was later pronounced dead by medical staff.

The driver of the plow, Lloyd Card, 30, was allegedly operating an unregistered vehicle and driving with a suspended license, according to police.

Card was issued several motor vehicle violations with future court dates. 

Officials say the incident is still under investigation.