Early today on West Warrington Avenue near Boggs Avenue, a man was left fighting for his life after police say an SUV jumped the line of safety and struck him while he was on the sidewalk, then took off.
Officials: crash reported around 1:45 a.m.
Allegheny County 911 told Channel 11 that the crash came in around 1:45 a.m. Responding officers found the man unconscious with a head injury, and medics rushed him to a hospital in critical condition, according to WPXI.
Detectives review surveillance footage
Investigators say suspects climbed into an SUV before hitting the man on the sidewalk and fleeing the scene. "Homicide detectives are reviewing all video footage in the surrounding area," according to WPXI. Officers processed the stretch of roadway for evidence while detectives worked to determine how the crash unfolded and who was behind the wheel.
Why it matters for Pittsburgh's street-safety push
Street safety advocates say crashes like this are exactly why Pittsburgh has been trying to cut down on severe traffic injuries and deaths. Local group BikePGH points out that pedestrians make up about one third of the city's traffic fatalities and highlights Pittsburgh's Vision Zero commitments as part of a broader effort to make streets safer, according to BikePGH.
Police have not released the victim's name, and the investigation remains active. This story will be updated as authorities release more information.
