Driver charged with attempted murder after striking pedestrian with car in Brockton, police say

BROCKTON, Mass. — Police in Brockton are charging the driver involved in a serious crash that left a man with apparent life-threatening injuries.

It happened Saturday at 88 North Main Street at 8:52 a.m., according to Brockton Police.

“Brockton Fire and EMS arrived at the scene to render aid to the 50-year-old male victim. Brewster Ambulance transported him to the hospital with severe and possibly life-threatening injuries,” according to a statement from police.

The driver of the car stayed on scene and is being charged with attempted murder, two counts of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon causing serious bodily injury and negligent operation of a motor vehicle. The driver’s name is not being released at this time.

“State Police Detectives have joined Brockton Detectives in investigating this case. It remains an active scene,” said police.

The State Police Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit and a detective unit for Plymouth County are also involved in the investigation, according to a state police spokesman.

A nearby utility pole was knocked over in the crash and a nearby building appeared damaged in the crash.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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