MANITOWOC, Wis. (WFRV) – One person was hospitalized Wednesday morning after being struck by a vehicle while crossing the street on a mobility scooter.
According to the Manitowoc Police Department, the incident occurred just before 11 a.m. at the intersection of Custer Street and South 31st Street.
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A preliminary investigation revealed the individual on the scooter was traveling south on the sidewalk along South 31st Street and entered the crosswalk on Custer Street. A vehicle traveling east on Custer struck the scooter, resulting in injuries.
The operator of the mobility scooter was transported to a medical facility for treatment. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and has been identified by authorities.
Custer Street is expected to remain closed for several hours as the Wisconsin State Patrol conducts an accident reconstruction.
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The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone who witnessed the incident is asked to contact the Manitowoc Police Department at 920-686-6551.
No additional details were released.
