Two men hit by truck in Calexico expected to survive
Karina Bazarte
CALEXICO, Calif. (KYMA) – More details on a crash where two men were hit by a truck in Calexico.
The Calexico Police Department (CPD) says the crash happened on Imperial Avenue and Sixth Street last Friday.
Police say two men were crossing the street when a truck hit them.
CPD says one victim was taken to El Centro Regional Medical Center and the other was flown out to a different hospital.
“The severe patient was direct on while walking. He took the impact to his torso area and the second patient was less severe and was struck in the head by a mirror,” said Josh Paddock, Calexico Fire engineer paramedic.
CPD say the driver was not arrested or cited and the two men are expected to survive.
Law enforcement says to stay safe while crossing the road or driving.