A pedestrian is in critical condition after being struck by a car in Bristol on Wednesday night.

Bristol police said they responded to the area of Pine Street and Riverside Extension around 7:15 p.m.

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Authorities said a man was taken to the hospital by a LifeStar helicopter with serious injuries.

The car stayed at the scene and the driver is cooperating with police.

Drivers are being asked to avoid the area as police conduct an investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 860-584-3021.

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