A pedestrian is in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle on Thursday night in the 2800 block of NE Evangeline Thruway in Lafayette.

According to the Lafayette Police Department, the incident occurred around 6:20 pm when a male was attempting to cross the Frontage Road and was hit by a southbound vehicle.

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The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital where he remains in critical condition.

The Frontage Road was closed for a period of time last night but has since been reopened.

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Traffic investigators were on the scene last night and the investigation is ongoing.

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The Lafayette Police Department said that additional information will be provided as it becomes available.

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