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Lynchburg: Two pedestrians in serious condition after being struck by motor vehicle

Crystal Graham
Lynchburg police officer crime tape at crime scene
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Two women are being treated at the hospital after they were struck while walking Saturday night on Campbell Avenue in Lynchburg.

The Lynchburg Police Department and Lynchburg Fire Department responded to the crash at 10:09 p.m.

LPD and LFD located two adult female pedestrians, ages 66 and 44, lying in the roadway with significant injuries.

Lynchburg Fire Department responders provided immediate medical aid and transported both individuals to Lynchburg General Hospital, where they remain in stable but serious condition.

The driver of the vehicle, a 66-year-old male, remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation. His name has not been released.

The circumstances surrounding the crash are under investigation.

The Lynchburg Police Department asks anyone with information related to contact Officer Ruble at (434) 473-2206 or Crime Stoppers at (888) 798-5900.

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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]

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