Actor's car hits pedestrian in Malibu

MALIBU, Calif., Sept. 19 (UPI) -- Actor Steven Bauer was driving the sport utility vehicle that struck and critically injured a pedestrian in Malibu, Calif., police said.

The 53-year-old actor was driving on the Pacific Coast Highway Friday when his vehicle struck Brent Rosenberg, 24, The Los Angeles Times reported.

Rosenberg was crossing the street to his home when he stopped in the median, where one car stopped for him, but he was hit by Bauer's vehicle as he stepped farther into traffic, police said.

Rosenberg was taken by helicopter to Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, where he was in critical condition, the report said.

Investigators said there was no indication alcohol or extensive speed were involved.

Bauer is known for his role in the 1983 film "Scarface," and has appeared on many television dramas, including "Cold Case," "Burn Notice," and "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit."