Early morning tranquility was shattered in a Memphis neighborhood when a silver or gray Toyota SUV collided with a bicyclist at the intersection of Elliston Road and Harville Street. The incident, which occurred on Thursday, November 13th at approximately 5:21 a.m., has been labeled as a critical hit-and-run by local authorities. According to the Memphis Police Department, the SUV was traveling east on Elliston Road when it struck the cyclist and then fled the scene, leaving behind a trail of damage and a community in distress.
The force of the impact reportedly caused considerable damage to the front of the vehicle and the driver’s side mirror, suggesting a violent encounter. The bicyclist, whose identity has not been released, was rushed to the hospital and remains in critical condition. This disturbing event has not only left a person fighting for their life but has also sparked an urgent appeal from law enforcement for witnesses to come forward.
Memphis Police are now reaching out to the public, hoping that someone will have information that could lead to the apprehension of the individual responsible for the hit-and-run.
Locals with any knowledge pertaining to the incident or the whereabouts of the silver or gray Toyota SUV are encouraged to get in touch with Crime Stoppers. Callers can dial 901-528-CASH (2274) and may provide information anonymously.
