Crime & Safety
Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle Near Independence Blvd: Reports
A pedestrian was hit on Village Lake Drive and taken to a hospital Wednesday evening, according to numerous reports.

CHARLOTTE, NC — Village Lake Drive near Independence Boulevard was closed Wednesday evening after a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle, according to numerous reports.
Drivers in the area should use Sardis Road as an alternate route, Charlotte police said around 10 p.m.
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According to Fox46, the pedestrian was transported to Carolinas Medical Center.
This is a developing story and will be updated when more information becomes available.
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