A 73-year-old man is in critical condition after an incident where he was struck by a vehicle in West View, as disclosed by local authorities. The event occurred just before the clock struck 7:55 p.m. yesterday at Perry Highway and Wellington Drive. According to WTAE, the man was walking southbound on Perry Highway when the collision occurred as he attempted to traverse the street.
Following the accident, the individual was rushed to the hospital, having sustained severe injuries. WPXI detailed that Allegheny County dispatchers coordinated the response, which included police officers, firefighters, and medics who were called to the sad scene.
The driver involved in the accident remained at the location, cooperating with law enforcement's ensuing investigation. The circumstances surrounding the collision are still being determined by the Allegheny County police, who aim to piece together the moments leading up to the traumatic incident.
Authorities are now calling for the public's assistance - asking anyone with relevant information to reach out. In critical condition, after the 73-year-old man was transported to the hospital, the police encouraged witnesses or those with knowledge of the event to come forward and contact the Allegheny County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS, where tips can be shared anonymously.
