Startling Pedestrian Accident on 10th Avenue and Ross Street Injures 2 [Amarillo, TX]

Injuries Reported in Amarillo Pedestrian Crash on 10th Avenue and Ross Street

AMARILLO, TX (November 7, 2023) – Monday, a startling pedestrian accident on 10th Avenue and Ross Street injured 2 people.

The incident happened when a truck drove west on 10th Avenue. Then, as they crossed traffic lanes, they struck a person in the parking lot of a business near the S.E. corner of 10th and Ross Street.

Afterward, the driver went across Ross Street, struck a traffic light box then went into a building near the S.W. corner of the intersection.

After the crash, responders took both the driver and the pedestrian to the hospital. Meanwhile, officers confirmed that the person hit suffered life-threatening injuries.

Moreover, the incident damaged the traffic box which affected the lights at this intersection.

At this time, the circumstances that led to the crash remained unclear. Once additional details become available, the public will be notified.

Due to the limited information available, the authorities continued to investigate the crash.

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What’s Next after Startling Pedestrian Accident on 10th Avenue and Ross Street

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