SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — One woman is dead and another is in critical condition after being struck by a car on Highway 280 in Bryan County on Friday, according to Georgia State Patrol.

Officials say the victims, both female, were taken to the hospital. Mrs. Josefina Endsley of Port Wentworth, Ga. succumbed to her injuries at the hospital. The other victim, Ms. Christi Davidson of Ellabell, Ga., remains in critical condition.

ORIGINAL STORY: Feb 25, 2023 / 10:22 AM

Highway 280 was shut down for several hours Friday night after the two pedestrians were struck by a vehicle.

According to police, Highway 280 between Groover Hill Road and Olive Branch Road was closed Friday night at around 7:40 p.m.

This is a developing story.