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COLORADO SPRINGS, El Paso County, Colo., Sept. 22, 2026 — A pedestrian suffered serious injuries Monday evening, September 21, after a driver hit them on Galley Road near the Citadel Mall and left the scene, according to the Colorado Springs Police Department.
The Colorado Springs Police Department officers were called shortly after 7:15 p.m. to a report of a pedestrian struck on Galley Road just east of Academy Boulevard. Investigators said a car traveling westbound on Galley Road hit the pedestrian before driving away.
The pedestrian was taken to a hospital with what police described as significant injuries. Galley Road was closed in both directions east of Academy Boulevard while officers worked the scene.
Police said it has not been determined whether speed or alcohol played a role in the crash. The search for the driver and vehicle involved in the incident remains under investigation, and no arrests have been announced.
We wish those injured a full recovery.
Who Faces the Greatest Danger When Struck by a Vehicle
Pedestrians have none of the protection a vehicle provides its occupants, so any impact tends to strike them directly, often to the legs, hips, or head, depending on the vehicle's height and speed. Older adults are frequently overrepresented in pedestrian fatality data because injuries that a younger body might survive can be fatal for someone with less bone density or slower healing.
Darkness adds another layer of risk. Drivers have less time to see and react to someone crossing or walking along a roadway once the sun goes down, and low-light conditions make it harder to judge a pedestrian's speed and distance. Roads without sidewalks or with limited lighting, often arterial streets like the one in this incident, see a larger share of these crashes than residential blocks.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 84 percent of pedestrian fatalities occurred in urban areas in 2023. That concentration reflects both higher pedestrian volumes in cities and the mix of higher-speed arterial roads cutting through urban commercial corridors.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a vehicle's speed affect a pedestrian's chances of survival?
Survival odds drop sharply as impact speed rises. Pedestrians struck at lower speeds are far more likely to survive than those hit by vehicles traveling at higher speeds, since the force transferred in a collision increases with speed.
Where do most pedestrian crashes happen?
Most occur on urban and suburban roads, particularly multi-lane arterial streets with higher speed limits and fewer marked crossings, rather than on residential side streets.
Are pedestrian crashes more common after dark?
Yes. A large share of pedestrian deaths happens at night, when visibility is reduced for both drivers and people on foot.
What should a pedestrian do after being hit by a vehicle?
Call 911 immediately if possible, or ask a bystander to do so. Try to note details about the vehicle, such as color, direction of travel, and any part of the license plate. Seek medical evaluation even if injuries seem minor, since some, like internal injuries or concussions, are not immediately obvious.
What to Do After a Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Crash in Colorado Springs, CO
If you witness or are involved in a hit-and-run pedestrian crash, call 911 right away so officers and paramedics can respond. Try to remember or write down any details about the vehicle, including its color, make, direction of travel, or partial plate number, since these details can help investigators identify the driver.
Get a medical evaluation as soon as possible, even if you feel capable of walking away. Adrenaline can mask pain from fractures, internal injuries, or head trauma that may not show symptoms right away. Keep a record of any treatment received and follow up with the police to provide a statement or additional information as the investigation continues.
