Police, Fire, & EMS Respond to A.M. Vehicle vs. Pedestrian Collision

Just after 7:00 a.m., Pittsburgh Police from Zone 1 responded to the intersection of Brighton Road and Benton Avenue in the city’s Brighton Heights neighborhood for reports of a vehicle versus pedestrian collision.

 

A private company school van driver was travelling inbound on Brighton Road when they struck the 16-year-old juvenile male, who was crossing Brighton at Benton Avenue.

 

The victim was conscious, alert, and speaking with officers and medics. He was transported to UPMC Children's Hospital in stable condition for medical evaluation.

 

The driver of the school van stayed at the scene and was fully cooperative with officers.

 

Zone 1 officers are continuing to review all available video footage of the incident. No charges are expected at this time.