A pedestrian was seriously injured when he was hit by a vehicle near Stanton Elementary School in Norwich on Wednesday morning.
Emergency crews responded to the 400 block of New London Turnpike around 6:30 a.m. for a report that a pedestrian was struck.
Police said the driver and members of the fire department tried to help him.
The pedestrian had significant injuries and he was transported to W. W. Backus Hospital, then taken to Hartford Hospital due to his injuries.
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Police believe he was struck when he ran in front of the vehicle, but they are continuing to investigate.
The road was closed for several hours.
Anyone who has information is asked to call Officer Carter at (860) 886-5561, extension 3555.
