Police want help finding driver of Dodge Charger who struck 17-year-old skateboarder, fled 17-year-old hospitalized in critical condition
DETROIT – Police are asking for anyone with any information about a hit-and-run crash that left a 17-year-old hospitalized to come forward.
The incident happened at 3:07 a.m. on Tuesday (Oct. 25). The suspect was driving a dark-colored Dodge Charger
Police said the driver struck the 17-year-old boy from behind while he was on his skateboard traveling eastbound on Joy Road Stahelin Avenue
The driver did not stop at the scene of the crash. The 17-year-old was transported by medics to a hospital where he is listed in critical condition.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Detroit police at 313-596-2260, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak-Up. All tips to Crime Stoppers are anonymous. Click here to submit a tip online
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