Pedestrian in critical condition after being hit by car in Clovis

CLOVIS, Calif. (KFSN) -- A pedestrian is in the hospital in critical condition after being hit by a car in Clovis.

It happened just after 9 Monday night on Herndon and Sunnyside Avenues.

While he stayed on scene and was cooperating with the investigation, authorities arrested 44-year David Lowndes for suspicion of DUI. He was booked into the Fresno County Jail.

A portion of Herndon remained closed for several hours so crews could clear the roadway.