FD: Teen critical after being struck by car in Phoenix

PHOENIX - A Phoenix roadway was closed for several hours Monday night as police investigated an accident that left a 17-year-old boy in critical condition.

Officials say the Camelback High School student and a female friend were trying to catch a bus near 28th Street and Camelback Road around 8 p.m. when they ran in front of a vehicle.

The driver reportedly stopped after hitting the teen. The girl was not struck.

Phoenix Fire Department spokesman Jonathan Jacobs said the boy suffered a head injury in the accident. He was transported to a local hospital in critical condition, according to officials.

It does not appear speed or impairment were factors in the accident, police said.

Camelback Road was closed at 28th Street as crews worked to clear the scene.