Memphis, TN (June 14, 2026) – A pedestrian was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Airways Boulevard and East Person Avenue in Memphis on Saturday morning, June 13.
The Memphis Police stated that officers responded to the crash scene at approximately 11:41 a.m. in the Castalia Heights area. Upon arrival, emergency units found a pedestrian who had been hit by a vehicle.
The victim sustained critical injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Authorities have not released the pedestrian’s identity or provided information about the vehicle involved in the collision.
Investigators continue to gather information regarding the circumstances that led to the crash. Our thoughts are with the injured pedestrian as they receive medical care.
Why Urban Pedestrian Crashes Often Result in Serious Injuries
Pedestrian crashes in urban areas can lead to severe injuries because people on foot have little protection during an impact. Even at moderate speeds, collisions between vehicles and pedestrians can result in significant trauma requiring emergency medical treatment.
Roadways with multiple travel lanes, frequent turning movements, and heavy traffic volumes may present additional risks for pedestrians. Factors such as visibility, traffic flow, crossing locations, and driver attention can all influence the likelihood of a collision. Transportation safety studies often show that pedestrian injury severity increases as vehicle speed rises, making awareness and caution especially important in busy city corridors.
