Tragedy struck early Saturday morning in downtown Minneapolis when a pedestrian sustained critical injuries in a hit-and-run incident. According to the FOX 9 report, the collision occurred around 4:15 a.m. near Nicollet Mall, a bustling commercial stretch that, during the daylight hours, bristles with the lifeblood of the city.
Minneapolis police found the male victim with life-threatening injuries after he was struck by a speeding sedan receding hastily from the juncture of Hennepin Avenue to 6th Street South. Witnesses and surveillance footage suggest the vehicle made no attempts to brake or address the aftermath, leaving behind nothing but abject silence and the reverberations of a tragedy.
The injured pedestrian was promptly attended to and transported to a local hospital, though details surrounding his current condition have not been made public. The incident has now spurred a full-fledged investigation by the Minneapolis police, as they canvass for leads that might illuminate the driver’s identity and hold them accountable for their actions.
The Star Tribune also covered the distressing event, reiterating the details of the hit-and-run, including the time and the location it transpired. The Star Tribune's narrative corroborates the earlier report, underscoring the unsettling nature of the incident which, brings to the fore the perils pedestrians face even in areas that are perceived as safe or pedestrian-friendly.
The community awaits further updates as the Minneapolis police continue their pursuit for justice. Those with pertinent information related to the hit-and-run are encouraged to come forward and aid in the ongoing investigation.
