COLUMBUS, Ohio — A pedestrian was seriously injured when they were struck by a vehicle while crossing the street in the South Linden neighborhood Tuesday night, according to the Columbus Division of Police.
Around 10:42 p.m., police said the pedestrian was crossing Cleveland Avenue at East 13th Avenue when a blue SUV was heading south on Cleveland Avenue and struck them. The vehicle did not stay at the scene.
The pedestrian was taken to a hospital with serious injuries. Police said they are expected to survive.
The crash remains under investigation.
Anyone with information about the vehicle or driver involved in the hit-and-run crash is asked to call Columbus police at 614-645-4767. They can also call Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-8477 if they wish to remain anonymous.
