Overview
- The crash was reported around 2:50 p.m. near Brownsville Road and Woodford Avenue in Pittsburgh's Carrick neighborhood.
- Police say the vehicle began to slide, hit a pole, and then continued onto the sidewalk where it struck the teen.
- The 17-year-old was transported to a hospital in critical condition and was later pronounced dead.
- Officials report the driver stayed at the scene as officers and emergency crews responded and closed part of Brownsville Road near Carrick High School.
- Authorities have not released a cause, contributing conditions, or any charging decisions, and the investigation is ongoing.