SALISBURY, MASS. (WHDH) - Police launched an investigation after a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in Salisbury on Thursday, officials said.
Officers responding to a reported crash in the area of Route 286 and Route 1 around 2:35 p.m. found a pedestrian suffering from serious injuries after being hit by a vehicle, according to authorities.
The pedestrian was taken to a local hospital via helicopter.
The area of Route 286 and Route 1 is closed in both directions as crews work to clear the scene, police said. Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route.
An investigation into the cause of the crash remains ongoing.
No further information was immediately available.
Rt1 and Rt286 in #Salisbury Closed in both directions due to a vehicle crash with a pedestrian at Rt 286 and Rt 1. Crews on scene. Seek alt. route.
— Mass. Transportation (@MassDOT) May 13, 2021
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