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The Columbia Police Department is investigating a pedestrian-vehicle collision in the Five Points area that sent a pedestrian to the hospital Thursday night, according to a press release from the CPD.
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The incident occurred around 10 p.m. last night near the 600 block of Harden St.
CPD’s preliminary information suggests the pedestrian was crossing in a designated crosswalk when a vehicle struck them. The vehicle was driving south on Harden Street.
While the person who was hit was sent to the hospital, they were only treated for non-life-threatening injuries, the news release said.
“Pedestrian safety requires everyone to pay attention,” said CPD’s Deputy Chief Melron Kelly in the news release. “Drivers should eliminate distractions, stay focused on the roadway, and always watch for pedestrians. A moment of distraction can have serious consequences.”
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The CPD’s Traffic Safety Unit is currently investigating the incident and has not identified those involved.
So far this year, 118 pedestrians have been killed by fatal collisions on South Carolina roads, according to the SC Department of Public Safety.
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