Pedestrian Struck By Car In Manchester: Police

MANCHESTER, CT — A 74-year-old woman was hospitalized with serious injuries after she was struck by a car while walking, authorities said.

According to Manchester police, the woman was hit by a sedan in the westbound lane of Pleasant Valley Road near Buckland Street shortly after 9 p.m.

Police said the woman suffered life-threatening injuries and was taken to Hartford Hospital, where she remains in critical condition.

The driver of the sedan — a 57-year-old East Hartford man — was not injured in the crash. He remained on scene and cooperated with investigators, police said.

The crash remains under investigation. Anyone with information or who witnessed the crash should contact police at 860-533-8620.