A hit-and-run incident involving a female pedestrian occurred today on the southbound side of State Route 14 near Avenue C in Lancaster, CA. Emergency services were alerted at approximately 11:02 PM after the pedestrian was struck by an unknown vehicle, which fled the scene.
Upon arrival, emergency responders found the injured woman leaning against a guardrail and bleeding. Traffic control measures were quickly implemented, temporarily halting all lanes to ensure the safety of the injured party and the responding units. A tow truck was also requested to assist with any disabled vehicles in the vicinity.
The extent of the pedestrian's injuries remains unknown, but she was moved to a safe area off the roadway. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the vehicle involved to come forward, as the hit-and-run has raised concerns regarding pedestrian safety in the area.
Traffic on State Route 14 experienced brief delays due to the incident, but the situation has since been resolved, and all lanes have reopened. This incident highlights the critical need for caution among both drivers and pedestrians to prevent similar occurrences in the future.