A pedestrian was rushed to the hospital Wednesday night after being struck by a vehicle near North Peoria Street and East 47th Avenue in Montbello, marking the second serious crash on this stretch of road in less than a week. The driver stayed at the scene, and police warned of delays as investigators worked the intersection.
Denver Police Dept. issued a Crash Alert describing a traffic crash involving a pedestrian and a motorist that resulted in serious injury, according to a post from Denver Police Dept. One person was transported to the hospital, and the driver remained on scene, the department said. Police advised motorists to expect delays in the area and to use alternate routes. The department noted it only issues a Crash Alert when at least one person involved sustains serious injuries, or the crash causes road closures, and it is not monitored 24/7 — emergencies can be reported by calling or texting 911, with non-emergency police services available at 720-913-2000.
It remains unclear whether the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk, whether speed or impairment played a role, or whether any citations will follow. Those questions are expected to be addressed as the department’s investigation continues.
A Corridor Already Marked for Danger
This is not the first serious wreck on North Peoria Street this month. Just four days earlier, Denver Police investigated a crash at East 39th Avenue and North Peoria Street that killed a motorist on August 15, a case Hoodline previously covered. That incident also triggered a formal DPD Crash Alert…