Salisbury, MA (May 26, 2026) – A 20-year-old man was critically hurt early Monday morning, May 24, after being struck by a vehicle along Elm Street, also known as State Route 110, in Salisbury.
Police said officers were called around 1:05 a.m. after receiving a 911 report about a pedestrian roadway collision near 107 Elm Street. When officers arrived, they found the man unresponsive.
The pedestrian was taken to Lawrence General Hospital before being transferred to a medical facility in Boston for additional treatment. Officials said he remained in critical condition as of Monday. The driver involved stayed on the roadway and cooperated with investigators.
Investigators continue reviewing the circumstances surrounding the late-night wreck in Salisbury. We are thinking of the injured man and hoping for his recovery.
Why Overnight Pedestrian Crashes Can Lead to Severe Injuries
Pedestrian roadway crashes that happen during overnight hours are often especially dangerous because visibility is lower for both drivers and people walking near traffic. Reduced lighting and quieter roads may also affect how quickly drivers notice someone ahead.
Serious injuries are common when a pedestrian is struck by a moving vehicle because the human body has little protection during an impact. Investigators frequently review roadway lighting, traffic speed, visibility, and driver attention after these collisions occur. Roads that carry both local and through traffic, including state highways passing through residential sections, may create additional risks for pedestrians during nighttime travel.
