Man Struck by Vehicle While Crossing the Road

On Tuesday November 7, 2023 at 9:20 am, Morganton Department of Public Safety responded to the intersection of E Union St at Bouchelle St to a reported motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian.  The investigation revealed that the victim was walking in the crosswalk on Bouchelle St when he was struck by a Honda SUV.  The vehicle traveled a short distance after striking the man and came to a stop on the sidewalk at The Downtown Sports Bar.  Burke County EMS transported the pedestrian to UNC Blue Ridge to be treated.  Injuries reported to include the knee, hip, as well as head trauma.  The wreck is currently under investigation and charges are pending.