Woman injured when she’s hit by car in downtown Raleigh as crowds gather for Canes Stanley Cup victory parade

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — A woman was injured when she was hit by a car in downtown Raleigh Saturday morning as crowds began arriving ahead of the planned parade to celebrate the Carolina Hurricanes’ Stanley Cup win.

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The incident happened just before 8 a.m. in the 200 block of S. Blount Street, according to the Raleigh Police Department.

A woman crossing Blount Street was hit by a driver beside Moore Square just south of E. Hargett Street, police said.

The woman suffered minor injuries, and EMS crews were evaluating if she required a trip to a nearby hospital, according to officers.

The driver of the car involved remained at the scene. Police said no lanes were blocked along S. Blount Street.

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Many fans were already gathered in downtown Raleigh by 8:30 a.m. with crowds outside the Sheraton on S. Salisbury Street, where a rally is planned.

Thousands of fans are expected to pack downtown Raleigh on Saturday for the Hurricanes’ 2026 championship celebration, which kicks off with a parade starting at 11 a.m.

The daylong event also includes a fan rally, food trucks, entertainment, along with appearances by players, coaches and special guests.

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