Police are holding a drunk driver and a pedestrian responsible for an accident that occurred near campus early Sunday, according to Ald. Mike Verveer, District 4.
Verveer said an intoxicated, college-aged woman abruptly entered the intersection of North Broom Street and West Johnson Street at approximately 1:43 a.m. when she was struck by a drunk driver.
A nearby security guard who witnessed the accident called the police and the woman was transported to an area hospital.
“This is a tragic incident and I hope the pedestrian is OK,” Verveer said. “At least it’s a relief the injuries are not life threatening.
The driver is being charged for operating while intoxicated and police also cited the pedestrian for “sudden pedestrian movement.”
Verveer said he is currently unsure of the driver’s age or gender and whether or not the pedestrian is enrolled at the University of Wisconsin.
