Authorities are investigating an accident near the University of Iowa in Iowa City, in which a car struck 2 pedestrians.

It happened shortly after 5pm Tuesday on Hawkins Drive. 49 year old Peggy Knight and 59 year old Anthony Knight, both of Iowa City, were in the process of crossing the street in the crosswalk, when they were hit by a car driven by 45 year old Michelle Mleczewski of Cedar Rapids.

Both of the pedestrians were taken to University Hospitals, but a condition report was not available.

According to the Iowa State Patrol, the accident may have been caused by a medical issue with the driver, although it remains under investigation.

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