Brighton man dies after hit-and-run on South Clinton and Elmwood avenues

UPDATE: Brighton Police say the man hit on South Clinton Avenue died from his injuries on Jan. 9, 2025. Police say their investigation shows drugs and alcohol did not contribute to the crash, and no charges are being filed.

BRIGHTON, N.Y. – A pedestrian was hit by a vehicle on Monday evening at the intersection of South Clinton Avenue and Elmwood Avenue.

Witnesses said the pedestrian, 61-year-old Bart Cherry, was crossing South Clinton Avenue westbound in the crosswalk against the light when a vehicle traveling from westbound Elmwood Avenue made a left turn to go southbound on South Clinton Avenue and hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk.

Cherry was taken to Strong Memorial Hospital with life-threatening injuries. He was in guarded condition Tuesday afternoon, according to Strong.

The vehicle that hit the pedestrian left the scene, according to police. It is a white or grey minivan or SUV.