A pedestrian is in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle on Port St. Lucie Street yesterday morning. As reported by CBS12, the 48-year-old man was crossing Southeast Walton Road at the intersection with Southeast Main Street when traffic had the green light, according to the Port St. Lucie Police Department (PSLPD).
The incident happened shortly after 10 a.m., leading to a quick shutdown of the eastbound lanes of Walton Road at the intersection, which have since reopened. The man sustained life-threatening injuries and was transported to Lawnwood Hospital. An update from the Port St. Lucie Police Department indicated that he is now awake and alert.
As a part of their ongoing investigation, the Port St. Lucie Police Department has revealed that the pedestrian was crossing the intersection improperly at the time of the crash. Information about these circumstances was shared through an update provided by the Port St. Lucie Police Department. They are still seeking additional information and are asking anyone who might know more about the incident to come forward.
Individuals with knowledge about the crash are encouraged to call Traffic Homicide Investigator B. Thompson at the Port St. Lucie Police Department on (772) 871-5001, or for those wishing to remain anonymous, to reach out to Treasure Coast Crime Stoppers at (800) 273-8477. The pedestrian's current condition has shown improvement, but there has been no further information regarding long-term prospects for recovery or the specific nature of the injuries sustained.
