Pedestrian struck by 2 cars in Hollywood

HOLLYWOOD (KABC) -- A pedestrian was transported to a local hospital in critical condition after being struck by two vehicles in Hollywood Saturday.

The incident occurred near the intersection of Santa Monica Boulevard and Las Palmas Avenue around 1:40 a.m.

The victim, identified as a man in his late 40s, was attempting to cross the street outside a crosswalk when he was struck by an eastbound vehicle and thrown into the path of a second vehicle.

Both drivers remained at the scene. The driver of the first vehicle was arrested for driving under the influence. The driver of the second vehicle was cited.

CNS contributed to this report.