(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Southbound Nevada Avenue is closed at East Las Vegas Street after a person was hit by a car.

According to Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD), the crash happened just before 1 p.m., and police said the road would be closed for at least an hour.

CSPD said the pedestrian was taken to the hospital with critical injuries. Travelers are asked to avoid the area.

FOX21 News has a crew on the way to the scene and will provide updates as more information becomes available.