The Cleveland Police are actively seeking assistance from the public following a hit-and-run incident that occurred in March, which resulted in significant injuries to a young girl. According to a statement obtained by News5Cleveland, the incident took place at the intersection of Lakeside Avenue and E. 9th Street, where a father and his 9-year-old daughter were hit by a vehicle making a right turn. The driver then fled the scene.
Reports indicate that as a result of a collision, the child suffered broken bones in her lower leg and ankle. The Cleveland Division of Police's Accident Investigation Unit has been exhaustively searching for leads and is now appealing to anyone who might have information. To encourage witnesses to step forward, photos of the suspect vehicle have been released. Cleveland 19 News shared this new development, showcasing the urgency in the ongoing investigation.
According to WKYC, the police emphasized that the little girl and her father were crossing with the green traffic signal in a marked crosswalk when the tragic event unfolded. The police narrative clarifies that the vehicle was traveling southbound on East 9th Street when it turned onto Lakeside Avenue, hitting the pedestrians.
The Cleveland police are determined to close the case and bring justice to the family affected by the hit-and-run. Detective Strong from the Accident Investigation Unit is the primary point of contact for anyone with relevant information or footage that could aid in their investigation. He can be reached at 216-623-3433, as repeatedly cited by local news outlets.
