Woman Struck by 18-Wheeler in Raleigh; Capital Blvd Partially Closed

URGENT UPDATE: A woman is recovering in the hospital after being struck by an 18-wheeler early this morning in northeast Raleigh. The incident occurred just before 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, at the 3700 block of Capital Boulevard, directly in front of a Circle K.

Authorities from the Raleigh Police Department responded to the scene and found the woman conscious and alert. She was able to communicate with officers before being transported to a nearby hospital for further treatment. The truck driver remained at the scene, and police have initiated an investigation to determine any potential fault in this incident, which is still in its early stages.

As a result of the collision, the North Carolina Department of Transportation has announced that part of Capital Boulevard is closed near Greywood Drive for most of Saturday morning. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.

This is a developing story, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Stay tuned for real-time traffic updates by checking CBS 17’s live traffic map.

The situation highlights the dangers on the road and the importance of safety measures for both pedestrians and drivers alike. As we await more details, community members are urged to remain vigilant and cautious in the vicinity of the accident.

Check back with CBS 17 for the latest developments on this urgent story.