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Calgary police are investigating after a teenage girl was hit by a truck near Central Memorial High School on Monday.

Emergency crews were called to the 5100 block of 21 Street S.W. at around 8 a.m.

Police said it appears the victim was in a crosswalk when she was hit.

EMS said the victim was taken to hospital in serious but stable condition. Police said as of 2:30 p.m. the girl was in critical condition.

In a statement emailed to Global News on Monday, the Calgary Board of Education said students and teachers were told of the incident on Monday morning and given the opportunity to talk about it in class.

“The Calgary Board of Education Critical Incident Response Team and teachers are available for any students that require additional support,” the statement read.

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“We are grateful to EMS and the first responders for their response. We wish the student a speedy recovery.” Tweet This

The driver remained at the scene.

The cause of the collision is under investigation.

The incident caused the closure of 50 Avenue S.W. between 20 and 22 Street S.W.

Traffic Advisory: Due to a serious injury collision, 50 Ave S.W., is closed from Crowchild Trail to 21 Street S.W., Traffic from Northbound Crowchild Trail onto 50 Ave is currently being blocked. #yyc #calgary #yyctraffic — Calgary Police (@CalgaryPolice) June 3, 2019

– With files from Cami Kepke