A tragic incident on the bridge near Kennywood Park has left one person in critical condition this morning. Emergency services quickly responded to the scene on the 1000 block of Duquesne Boulevard at approximately 8:55 a.m. after reports of a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle. According to WPXI, an Audi sedan travelling north made impact with the victim in the roadway.
The individual was immediately rushed to a local hospital to receive urgent care for their injuries. Precise details about the victim's state have yet to be disclosed, but the gravity of the situation has been made clear. First responders were called to address the urgent situation, immediately assisting the injured party. In a statement obtained by WTAE, officials say a sedan was heading north on Duquesne Boulevard when it tragically hit the person in the road.
Authorities have stated that the driver of the Audi sedan stayed at the scene after the crash, which is a rare contrast to the usual hit-and-run situations. Allegheny County police detectives are leading the investigation, looking into the events that led to this dangerous incident.
While many pieces of this puzzle remain scattered, police seek witnesses who might shed further light on the incident. They encourage anyone with helpful information to contact the County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS.
