Massachusetts

PD: Pedestrian Seriously Injured When Struck by Drunk Driver

Police in Stoughton, Massachusetts, say a pedestrian was seriously injured when she was struck by a drunk driver Sunday night. 

Vairo Martins, 38, of Whitman, is charged with operating under the influence of alcohol, negligent operation of a motor vehicle, and unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. 

Stoughton police say Martins was driving a van and struck the victim as she was crossing Park Street shortly after 9:30 p.m. 

The victim was taken to a Boston hospital with serious injuries. Her current condition is unknown.

It’s not clear when Martins will appear in court or if he has an attorney. 

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