The Detroit Police Department is currently conducting an investigation into a hit-and-run incident that left an 18-year-old woman critically injured. According to CBS News Detroit, the young woman was near the intersection of Ford Road and Brace Street at approximately 5:12 a.m. on Sunday when she was struck by a white Ram truck bearing a temporary license plate. The driver reportedly continued westbound on Ford Road after the incident occurred.
The victim was swiftly transported to a local hospital, where she remains in critical condition. The Detroit Police Department is looking to aggressively obtain any information that could lead to the capture of the driver responsible for this hit-and-run. Surveillance photos of the truck involved have been released in the hopes that the public can provide assistance. As mentioned by WWJ Newsradio, DetroitRewards.tv is offering a $500 reward for any tips that could help to advance the investigation.
The suspect vehicle has been described as a white Dodge Ram truck, seen traveling westbound on Ford Road. It was also noted to have a temporary paper plate attached. The Detroit Police Department’s Fatal Squad Unit is spearheading the case and is urging anyone with information regarding the driver or the vehicle to come forward. The contact number for the Fatal Squad Unit is 313-596-2260, and for anonymous tips, Crime Stoppers is available at 1-800-Speak-Up.
Those in possession of any details pertinent to the case, irrespective of how seemingly inconsequential they may appear, are encouraged to reach out. "Anyone with information should contact the Detroit Police Department’s Fatal Squad Unit at 313-596-2260, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak-up or Detroit Rewards TV," reports clickondetroit. The inclusion of case number 240623007 is required when submitting tips through DetroitRewards.tv to ensure the information gets properly channeled.
