Police are investigating a serious crash at the Morty's Food Court in Launceston on Wednesday.
Police and emergency services responded to the incident in Wellington Street just before 12.30pm after reports a car had crashed into the building, and seriously injured a pedestrian.
The pedestrian - a 67 year old Newnham woman – was taken to the Launceston General Hospital in a critical condition.
The driver - a 65 year old Lilydale man - was also taken to hospital and treated for minor injuries.
He is assisting police with their inquiries.
Investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing.
Inspector Aleena Crack said members of the public had rendered first aid to the injured pedestrian before emergency services arrived.
"Police would like to thank those members of the public who were at the scene before police arrived and assisted the injured woman," she said.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has information should contact police on 131 444 and quote OR789383
