Crime & Safety
Motorist Strikes Student Pedestrian In Waterbury: PD
An investigation into the accident is ongoing, according to police.
WATERBURY, CT — A 16-year-old student was struck by a vehicle while walking near a local high school Thursday morning, according to police.
Sgt. Joseph Morais said the student was injured, but the injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. As of late Thursday, the pedestrian was listed in critical condition at an area hospital, police said.
All parties involved remained on scene and were cooperative, according to police.
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The accident happened at 8:27 a.m. near Kennedy High School, on Highland Avenue. The student attends Kennedy High, according to police.
Police said the pedestrian was crossing Highland Avenue at the time of the collision.
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The department’s Accident Reconstruction Team is handling the investigation, which is ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Crash Investigation Unit at 203-346-3975.
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