Mail truck struck in violent hit-and-run collision on Detroit's east side

A violent hit-and-run crash involving a mail delivery van occurred on Detroit's east side on Nov. 17, 2018. (WDIV)

DETROIT – A violent hit-and-run crash involving a mail delivery van occurred on Detroit's east side Saturday.

According to authorities, a man driving a Dodge Charger was southbound on Strasburg Street just south of Eight Mile Road at a high rate of speed. The Dodge struck three unoccupied parked cars, including a mail delivery van. 

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The driver fled on foot. 

No injuries were reported.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Detroit Police Department at 313-596-5900.