Pedestrian Accident in Old Colorado City

Police said someone was sent to the hospital Saturday morning after they were involved in a pedestrian accident and struck by a car in Old Colorado City.

Around 2:22 a.m., officers responded to the crash in the 2500 block of West Colorado Avenue.

Police investigated and determined that the person was not in a crosswalk when the accident happened. The pedestrian was taken to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Officers said the driver stayed at the scene. They do not believe that speed or alcohol played a factor in the crash.

The Major Crash Team has since taken over the investigation.

Colorado Avenue was shut down in both directions between 25th Street and 26th Street during the investigation.