PEABODY, Mass. — An investigation is underway after a pedestrian was struck and seriously injured by a car along Route 1 in Peabody on Thursday afternoon, officials said.
The crash happened near the ramp from Interstate 95 south to Route 1 south shortly before 3 p.m., according to MassDOT.
Route 1 was closed in both directions to make room for a medical helicopter that landed on the highway.
There was no immediate word on the condition of the victim.
The highway was reopened just after 3:30 p.m., but officials warned motorists of residual delays as troopers continued to work at the scene.
No additional information was available.
Active scene on Route 1 southbound in Peabody - Motor vehicle crash involving pedestrian. Route 1 in the area of I95 southbound shut down to facilitate Med Flight landing. MSP patrols as well as Peabody EMS personnel assisting on scene. Avoid the area.
— Mass State Police (@MassStatePolice) October 27, 2022
Update: US-1 NB and SB is now open. Expect residual delays. https://t.co/lLfSiiMYhp
— Mass. Transportation (@MassDOT) October 27, 2022
Crash with serious injuries in #Peabody on US-1-NB/SB. The Ramp I-95SB to US-1 SB is currently closed. US-1 is currently closed in both directions for medflight operations. Expect Delays.
— Mass. Transportation (@MassDOT) October 27, 2022
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