Man injured after being struck by suspected drunk driver in Philadelphia

Police say the driver was travelling at a high rate of speed when he struck a man who was getting into his vehicle.
Saturday, March 26, 2022
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- A man in his twenties is in critical condition after he was struck by a vehicle in North Philadelphia.

It happened just before 2 a.m. Saturday near North 22nd and York streets.
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Police say the driver was travelling at a high rate of speed when he struck a man who was getting into his vehicle that was parked on North 22nd street.

The impact of the crash caused a chain reaction that damaged at least three other vehicles.
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The man in his twenties was taken to Temple Hospital where he is listed in critical condition.

The driver was taken into custody and faces possible DUI charges.
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