Pedestrian Injured in Hit-and-Run Near Chaffee Park, Denver
DENVER, CO—A pedestrian was seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash early Saturday, according to the Denver Police Department.
The incident occurred at 1:48 a.m. at the intersection of 48th Avenue and Kalamath Street. A dark-colored Chevrolet Silverado struck the pedestrian before fleeing the scene.
Authorities reported that the truck is likely a 2003-2007 model, featuring Colorado license plates, a gray cab, a black truck bed, a blue tailgate, and mismatched wheels on the driver's side.
Police described the driver as a white or Hispanic male, approximately 25 to 30 years old, with dark hair.
Emergency response teams attended to the injured pedestrian, who was transported to a local hospital. The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information about the crash or the vehicle is urged to contact the Denver Police Department at 720-913-2000 or call 911.