Police: 71-year-old struck by car, critically injured

MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - Police in Vermont say a 71-year-old woman has been struck by a car and critically injured.

WCAX-TV reports Patricia Molus was struck Thursday afternoon in Montpelier.

Molus was taken to Central Vermont Medical Center. She’s listed in critical condition.

Police don’t believe the driver of the vehicle violated any traffic laws. Alcohol and speed have been ruled out as factors in the crash.

An investigation continues.

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Information from: WCAX-TV, http://www.wcax.com