UPDATE (10:14 a.m.): According to the Bakersfield Police Department (BPD), a teenager was hit by a vehicle while crossing the road against a red light shortly before 6:10 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 14.
An investigation by the BPD Major Collision Investigation Team revealed that the vehicle was traveling through a green light. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and cooperated with police. According to the team, drugs and alcohol were not factors in the crash.
The teenager was transported to a nearby hospital and is currently in critical condition.
Northbound Allen Road near Brimhall Road is currently being blocked off by the Bakersfield Police Department due to a crash that took place there this morning.
There is currently no word on what happened or if there are any injuries. It is suggested to take an alternative route and avoid the area if possible.
Updates will be provided as we gather more information.
