Man injured after being hit by a van in Longton

It happened at around 9.51 yesterday evening

Author: Adam FawcettPublished 27th Oct 2023

A man is in hospital after being hit by a van in Longton.

Emergency services, including specialist medical teams, were called to King Street at 9.51 last night.

He was rushed to Royal Stoke University Hospital where he remains.

In a statement, West Midlands Ambulance Service said: "“On arrival, crews found a pedestrian and a van had been involved in a collision.

“The pedestrian, a man, was in a critical condition and ambulance crews immediately began administering advanced life support and advanced trauma care.

“He was conveyed on blue lights to Royal Stoke University Hospital with a BASICS doctor travelling on board to provide continued treatment en route.”

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