FIRST ON 3: Pedestrian struck in Downtown Wilmington

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A pedestrian was hit by a car on Front Street near Market Street in Downtown Wilmington Friday night.

The woman who was struck was walking across the street with a group of women when the driver, a young woman, hit her. The victim was responsive at the scene as emergency crews were communicating with her.

Witnesses say they heard a loud thud that sounded like two cars crashing.

The victim is being transported to New Hanover Regional Medical Center, her injuries are unknown at this time.

Stay with WWAY for more on this developing story.