India, May 9 -- A Frontier Airlines aircraft struck and killed a pedestrian on the runway of Denver International Airport during takeoff, according to airport officials, which ignited an engine fire and necessitated the evacuation of passengers.

The aircraft, traveling from Denver to Los Angeles International Airport, "reported striking a pedestrian during takeoff at DEN at approximately 11:19 p.m. on Friday," as stated on the airport's official X account.

Following the incident, an airport spokesperson confirmed to the Associated Press that the pedestrian, who had breached a perimeter fence, has succumbed to their injuries. They noted that the unidentified person was struck two minutes after entering the airport premises. It is believe...