BOSTON — Multiple streets in Boston are shut down Tuesday morning amid an investigation into a crash involving an MBTA bus that left a pedestrian with life-threatening injuries, officials said.
The pedestrian was struck in the area of Harrison Avenue and Traveler Street, according to the Boston Police Department.
The victim, whose name hasn’t been released, was rushed to a local hospital with injuries that police described as life-threatening.
Video from the scene showed a crack in the bus’ windshield and multiple police officers gathering evidence.
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Herald and Traveler streets, along with Harrison Avenue, are closed due to the large emergency presence.
“Traffic will be impacted for the morning, please seek an alternative route,” Boston police said in a post on X.
There were no additional details immediately available.
Boston 25 News has reached out to the MBTA for comment.
Traffic Advisory: Police are on scene at a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle with life threatening injuries in the area of Harrison Avenue and Traveler Street. Traffic will be impacted for the morning, please seek an alternative route.
— Boston Police Dept. (@bostonpolice) February 20, 2024
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