UPDATE: Pedestrian dies from injuries after being struck by vehicle in St. Paul

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UPDATE:

The pedestrian who was hit by a vehicle Friday night died from her injuries at the hospital Saturday morning.  

Abigail Cortes, 19, the driver of the vehicle was booked into the Ramsey County Jail for criminal vehicular operation. Police say Cortes was under the influence of a controlled substance. 

The investigation is ongoing. Further information will be released at a later time. 


A pedestrian was taken to a hospital Friday night after being hit by a vehicle in St. Paul.

St. Paul Police said the pedestrian was trying to cross Seventh Street West near Homer Street at about 8:12 p.m. when a vehicle struck her.

The woman was taken to a hospital in critical condition, according to police.

The 19-year-old driver of the vehicle was taken into custody to be tested for possible impairment, and police said preliminary information suggested she was under the influence of a controlled substance.

The investigation remains ongoing.