El Paso fire officials reported that a single individual was seriously injured after being hit by a car near the intersection of Montana Avenue and Wedgewood Drive. The victim was quickly placed on a Firestar ambulance and taken to a local hospital for treatment of life‑threatening injuries.
Emergency response and road closure
Firefighters arrived on scene shortly after the collision was reported. In order to protect both the injured pedestrian and motorists, three eastbound lanes on Montana Avenue were closed while crews worked to clear the roadway and investigate the circumstances of the crash. The closure remained in effect for the duration of the emergency response, and drivers were directed to use alternate routes.
Ongoing investigation
Local authorities have not released details about the driver’s condition or any potential citations pending the investigation. ABC‑7 is actively gathering additional information, including statements from witnesses and any available dash‑cam footage, to provide a fuller picture of what led to the incident.
Public‑safety reminder
City officials use incidents like this to remind residents of basic traffic‑safety practices. Pedestrians are urged to use marked crosswalks whenever possible, stay alert for turning vehicles, and avoid distractions such as mobile devices while walking near busy streets. Drivers are reminded to observe posted speed limits, watch for pedestrians, and exercise caution when navigating intersections, especially during peak travel times.
Community impact
While the accident caused temporary disruption to eastbound traffic on a key arterial road, the swift response by the El Paso Fire Department helped minimize further risk to the public. The city’s emergency‑services teams continue to monitor the situation and will update the public once the investigation is complete and the roadways are fully reopened.
Residents seeking more information about the incident or wishing to report additional details are encouraged to contact the El Paso Fire Department’s non‑emergency line or follow updates from local news outlets such as ABC‑7.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
