Pedestrian Hospitalized After Sustaining Severe Head Injury in Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls police are investigating a serious accident Saturday morning that left a pedestrian injured after being struck by a vehicle on Niagara Falls Boulevard.

Authorities say the incident happened at approximately 11:45am near the intersection of 66th Street and Niagara Falls Boulevard, one of the busiest stretches of roadway in the city.

According to the initial investigation, a male pedestrian was attempting to walk south across Niagara Falls Boulevard in the designated crosswalk when he was hit by a Buick. Police report that the vehicle was making a left turn onto Niagara Falls Boulevard from Fashion Outlet Boulevard when the collision occurred.

The Niagara Falls Fire Department, along with AMR personnel, administered aid at the scene before transporting the pedestrian to Erie County Medical Center. Officials confirmed the man suffered an apparent head injury and remains under medical care.

The driver of the Buick was not injured during the crash. Police stated the driver stayed at the scene and has been cooperative with investigators.

The Niagara Falls Police Department’s Crash Investigation Unit documented evidence and reconstructed the scene. An investigation remains ongoing. There have been no charges filed against the driver at this time. However, that is subject to change.

No further information is available at this time.

Pedestrian Hospitalized After Sustaining Severe Head Injury in Niagara Falls