‘Significant injuries’ after crash on Telegraph Ave. in Berkeley

The crash took place at about 10:10 p.m. when a driver struck a young man crossing the street, according to preliminary reports.

Official response and confirmed impact

Berkeley police have closed Telegraph Avenue between Derby and Parker streets for a collision that sent a young man to the hospital Friday night, according to early reports.

"There is no vehicle or pedestrian access at this time. Please use alternative routes," police said.

The crash took place at about 10:10 p.m. when a driver struck a young man crossing the street, according to police and public records.

The pedestrian was described as a young man, possibly 20, who lost consciousness due to the collision, according to initial reports.

He was struck by a vehicle going 25-30 mph and sustained "significant injuries."

Incident under investigation

Police sent an advisory at about 10:40 p.m. asking people to avoid the area due to the road closure and investigation.

The police department's Fatal Accident Investigation Team, which handles serious collisions as well as fatal ones, was called in to handle the case.