BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A crossing guard for Ohio Elementary School in North Tonawanda was struck by a vehicle Tuesday morning, according to North Tonawanda Police. Police said the 78-year-old man was taken to ECMC after being struck at the intersection of Ohio Street and Abington Place at the start of the school day. North Tonawanda Mayor Austin Tylec told WIVB News 4 that extra "slow down" signage was recently added to the area at the request of crossing guards. The driver is cooperating as the investigation continues. Latest Local News Crossing guard for Ohio School in North Tonawanda struck by vehicle In unanimous vote, Tonawanda approves 4-way stop at intersection of fatal crash “The Dominator” burger, more dessert options highlight new food offerings at Sabres’ games 1 hospitalized after 3-vehicle crash in Buffalo Utility bill dispute causes multiple Buffalo community centers to temporarily close Kayleigh Hunter-Gasperini joined the News 4 team in 2024 as a Digital Video Producer. She is a graduate of Chatham University.