UPDATE: The victim, Haywood Madison, died at the hospital at 12:03 a.m. as a result of his injuries.
Alcohol was a factor relating to the pedestrian, Suffolk police say. The driver will not face charges.
Suffolk, Va. - A 61-year-old man was airlifted to the hospital after being hit by an SUV when he walked into oncoming traffic in Suffolk.
Police say the accident happened at 8:32 p.m. on Carolina Road near the intersection of Brooke Ave. just outside of downtown Suffolk.
They say the victim, Haywood Madison, sustained life-threatening injuries when he was hit by a 2006 Toyota SUV. In their preliminary investigation, police say alcohol was a factor.
Madison is listed in critical condition.
The driver of the vehicle stayed on the scene after the accident and was not charged.
Police are still investigating the accident.
We'll post more updates as they become available.
