Investigation Underway after Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Niagara Falls

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An investigation is ongoing after a 39-year-old man sustained serious injuries when he was struck by a vehicle late Sunday night in Niagara Falls.

Niagara Falls Police and Fire were called to the 100 block of 63rd Street around 11:50pm following reports of a pedestrian being hit during what appeared to be a physical confrontation. Upon arrival, members of the Niagara Falls Fire Department and AMR found the injured man lying in the grass near the road. He was transported by ambulance to Erie County Medical Center with multiple injuries.

According to police, the driver of the vehicle involved in the collision fled the scene but later contacted 911, reporting that he had been involved in the incident and was returning to his residence on College Avenue. Officers met with the 18-year-old driver at that location and observed a blue Honda Civic with significant windshield damage.

A witness told police that prior to the collision there was a confrontation involving the victim and the driver. The witness claimed the driver initially sped northbound on 63rd Street before turning around and driving southbound. He veered off the roadway and onto the sidewalk where he struck the pedestrian. The impact reportedly threw the man between 15 and 20 feet. Investigators also recovered a baseball bat at the scene.

Detectives from the Criminal Investigation Division, Crime Scene Unit, and Crash Investigation Unit responded to process the scene and collect evidence. Police believe the incident may be connected to an ongoing dispute between the teen driver and the victim's son.

Charges against the driver are expected.

Investigation Underway after Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Niagara Falls