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Multiple pedestrians were struck by a vehicle in Midtown Manhattan Friday afternoon. The incident happened on 31st Street and 7th Avenue at around 5:24 P.M. EST. A red van jumped the curb and struck two women and one man.
At least three people were hit. Two women and one man was struck by a red van. Their injuries are being described as non-life-threatening.
As a result of today’s incident, 7th avenue is being closed off, while dozens are firefighters are responding to the scene.
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Here’s a photo of the van that reportedly hit three people in Midtown Manhattan on Friday:
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The driver of the vehicle was reportedly taken into custody, according to FOX 8 WGHP journalist Lori Denberg.
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Presently, the incident is not considered to be an act of terrorism or terror-related. Authorities are currently investigating the incident.
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