NEWTON, Mass. — An investigation is underway after a striking teacher was struck by a car in Newton on Thursday, police said.
Officers responding to a report of a crash involving a pedestrian in the area of 100 Walnut Street just after 11:15 a.m. found a man injured in the road, according to the Newton Police Department.
The victim, who police say identified himself as a teacher, was taken to an area hospital for treatment.
The driver involved in the crash, also a teacher, was pulling out of the Education Center parking lot onto Crafts Street when she collided with her colleague, according to police.
Police noted that the man was not in a crosswalk when he was hit.
There were no additional details available.
Students in Newton have now missed 10 days of classes due to the ongoing strike.
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