Traffic is backed up on and around Shrewsbury Street as police investigate an afternoon pedestrian crash. The crash occurred about 3:45 p.m. in the westbound lanes, across from the Boulevard Diner. Police crash investigators are on scene,

Worcester Police say the collision occurred in the area of 164 Shrewsbury Street just before 4 p.m. According to investigators, the female victim was crossing the street when she was struck by a Buick. The victim was rushed to an area hospital with serious injuries. Her condition is unknown at this time.