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APD Investigating Critical Pedestrian Crash on North Van Dorn Street

A 22-year-old man is in critical condition after being struck by a driver on North Van Dorn Street last night.

The crash happened near the intersection with Taney Avenue around 6:15 p.m. Police say the victim was rushed to the local hospital, while the driver remained on scene.

APD is investigating the crash and asking any witnesses to step forward. More from a press release:

The Alexandria Police Department is investigating a traffic crash that occurred on Wednesday, February 12, in the vicinity of North Van Dorn Street and Taney Avenue.

At approximately 6:15 p.m., police responded to the area for a pedestrian struck in the intersection of North Van Dorn Street and Taney Avenue. Initial investigation indicates Mr. Erick Berrios Revello, a 22-year-old Bolivian resident, was crossing North Van Dorn Street when he was struck by a motor vehicle. Mr. Berrios Revello is in critical condition from his injuries at a local hospital. The driver of the vehicle remained on the scene.

Members of the Crash Reconstruction Team and Criminal Investigations Section are investigating the crash. The investigation is ongoing. Alexandria Police ask that witnesses with information regarding this incident contact Officer Charles Gardiner at 703.408.6375.

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