BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A woman is in critical condition after being struck by a truck in central Bakersfield on Saturday night, according to the Bakersfield Police Department.
BPD said at approximately 11:23 p.m., officers were dispatched to the intersection of 4th and V streets regarding a vehicle versus pedestrian crash. Upon arrival, officers located a woman in the roadway suffering major injuries.
The woman was transported to a nearby hospital via ambulance, where she is listed in critical condition.
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According to BPD, a preliminary investigation revealed the driver of a dark colored pick-up truck was traveling northbound in the 300 block of V Street when they collided with the woman, who was in the roadway outside of a marked crosswalk. The driver allegedly fled the scene.
This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the BPD at 661-327-7111.
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