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Published on January 12, 2025
52-Year-Old Pedestrian Sustains Life-Threatening Injuries After Being Struck by Vehicle in Milwaukee, Driver ArrestedSource: Google Street View

A pedestrian accident has left a 52-year-old with life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle on the North Side of Milwaukee. The Milwaukee Police Department is currently investigating the incident which took place on Saturday around 5:25 p.m., as reported by TMJ4.

The collision occurred when the pedestrian was attempting to cross the 5600 block of N. 76th St., and was hit by a northbound vehicle. The driver, a 45-year-old, was subsequently arrested by the authorities. Police have since referred charges to the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office, charges are pending a review, according to a release obtained by TMJ4.

Further details from CBS58 indicate that the crash happened near 76th and Silver Spring Drive. The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital to receive treatment for the severe injuries sustained during the altercation. The Milwaukee Police Department has taken the driver of the vehicle into custody while the investigation continues.

Additional information from WISN clarified that the victim was crossing 76th Street, heading west, when the collision with the northbound vehicle occurred. "The 52-year-old was eventually taken to a hospital," said the police in a statement. An arrest was made, and as the facts of the case are still being pieced together, the driver remains in custody, with charges subject to the review by the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office.