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Pedestrian Hit In Madison, Driver Arrested

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A pedestrian was in critical condition after being hit by a driver in Madison.

The incident happened around 10:30 p.m. Thursday on Gallatin Pike near Hickory Street.

Authorities said the vehicle, driven by Jeffery Christian, hit the pedestrian in the roadway, not in a crosswalk.

The victim was taken to Vanderbilt University Medical Center and listed in critical, but stable, condition. The victim's identity was not released.

Christian was arrested and charged with aggravated vehicular assault, driving on a revoked license, and criminal implied consent.

The roadway was closed for a while as crews investigated at the scene.

No further details were available as the investigation remained ongoing.