A person was critically injured after being hit by a vehicle near Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston. According to the Boston Police Department on their X account, the injuries are life-threatening. The collision occurred at the intersection of Binney and Francis streets, which is now closed to traffic.
Traffic Advisory: BPD is on scene at Binney and Francis Streets for a report of a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle. The victim’s injuries are life threatening. Traffic is shut down in that intersection and will have an impact on all traffic in the hospital area.
— Boston Police Dept. (@bostonpolice) January 10, 2025
The incident occurred on Friday at 8:09 a.m., leading to traffic shutdowns near the hospital. The area was secured with crime scene tape, and multiple police vehicles responded. The Boston police assigned their homicide and fatal reconstruction unit to the scene, as reported by NBC Boston.
The area is blocked off, and commuters should use alternate routes to avoid delays as police investigate. Authorities are working to reopen the intersection, and updates will follow. Residents are advised to stay cautious near the hospital, as stated by NBC Boston.
