Pedestrian struck by vehicle near downtown San Luis Obispo, hospitalized for moderate injuries

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. – A pedestrian hit by a car Monday night near downtown San Luis Obispo suffered moderate injuries and was transported to a local hospital, according to SLO Police.

Police and firefighters said crews responded to the intersection of Toro Street and Buchon Street Monday, around 7:48 p.m., where the crash happened.

According to police, the driver of the vehicle remained on scene and was cooperative. 

The department said the investigation shows neither drugs nor alcohol to be a factor in the incident.