Two pedestrians struck in unrelated crashes in Columbus
Two pedestrians are recovering at a Columbus hospital after being struck by a vehicle in unrelated incidents Monday evening.
The first motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian occurred near the intersection of Avalon Road at Macon Road around 7:30 P.M. on Monday, May 20, 2024. “Due to the nature of the incident, our Violent Crimes Unit is leading the investigation,” according to police.
The second motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian occurred near the intersection of St. Mary’s Road at Farr Road around 10 P.M. on Monday, May 20, 2024.
Both pedestrians suffered serious injuries but their exact condition is not known at this time. As of Tuesday morning, no charges have been filed in either case, and if charges are filed we will be sure to update this post.
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