(La Porte, IN) - Two people on foot were taken by ambulance after struck by a motor vehicle in downtown La Porte last evening.

Emergency responders were called just after 5:30 p.m. to Lincolnway and Jackson St.  Upon arrival, a female and child were lying down on the pavement next to a cross walk.

According to La Porte Police, the driver of a sport utility vehicle, Larry Ballard,  told investigators he did not see the individuals while turning to head west on LIncolnway.

A witness told officers the pedestrians had permission to cross the four lane highway because the symbol for people to walk was illuminated, police said.

Police said the female complained of pain coming from her lower back to the back of her legs along with no feeling below her knees.

The boy complained of pain to his left ankle and knee.  They were transported to nearby Northwest Health in separate ambulance.

Police did not release the names of the victims.