Authorities said a pedestrian suffered life threatening injuries following an accident near 54th Avenue North and 66th Street in Lealman.
Lealman, FL.- A pedestrian was critically injured following an accident near the intersection of 54th Avenue North and 66th Street in Lealman.
Authorities said the pedestrian suffered life threatening injuries as a result of the collision.
Emergency crews responded to the area to assist the injured pedestrian and manage traffic around the accident scene.
All northbound lanes of 66th Street were blocked following the collision.
The inside southbound lane of 66th Street was also closed while emergency crews and investigators worked at the scene.
Drivers were advised to avoid the affected portion of the roadway while the lane restrictions remained in place.
Authorities have not released additional information regarding the identity or condition of the injured pedestrian.
Information about the vehicle or driver involved in the accident has also not been released.
Additional details about the circumstances leading up to the collision have not been made available.
The accident remains under investigation.
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