Officials from the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police are actively investigating a serious collision that occurred earlier today on Bigelow Boulevard in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. According to an early online report, a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in the incident, prompting a partial closure of the road while investigators and first responders secured the scene.
Traffic investigators blocked lanes for several hours to document the scene and maintain safety, causing delays for commuters and local transit. Police have urged any witnesses — including those with dashcam or cellphone video — to come forward to assist with understanding how the collision occurred.
At this stage, official details on the pedestrian’s condition, the identity of those involved, or exact causes have not yet been released by authorities. The investigation is ongoing, and updates from police or local news outlets are expected as they become available.
What we know about Bigelow Boulevard
Bigelow Boulevard is a major arterial road in Pittsburgh that has historically seen traffic safety concerns, especially for pedestrians. In recent years, infrastructure changes — such as the permanent closure of a pedestrian tunnel after a prior crash — have been part of discussions around street safety in the area.
Local and citywide efforts continue to address pedestrian safety and reduce serious injuries and fatalities, including through programs like Vision Zero, which aims to lower all serious crashes to zero through targeted traffic‑calming and design improvements.
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