A collision on Tuesday evening has resulted in a pedestrian fighting for life.
According to Fire Chief Jack Glynn, at approximately 6:30 p.m. this evening, Abington Fire was dispatched to the area of 430 Plymouth Street (Route 58), for a reported pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle. A box alarm was struck for off duty help to respond and assist.
On arrival, crews found one pedestrian in the street after being struck by a motor vehicle. The pedestrian sustained potentially life-threatening injuries and was transported to South Shore Hospital.
Abington Fire Crews were clear of the scene a short time later.
In an update shortly after publication, Abington Police stated that an adult male pedestrian had sustained critical but non-life-threatening injuries.
The operator of the motor vehicle, who was the vehicle’s sole occupant, remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. No additional injuries were reported.
At this time, no further investigation is being conducted, and no criminal charges are forthcoming.
