Update 10:58 a.m.
In a press release from SAPD, Sgt. Cade Solsbery, public information officer, identified the victim for the hit-and-run accident as 75-year-old Frederick Alley. He also said the Ford Explorer is a 1980s model and is a faded red color.
Alley suffered incapacitating injuries as a result of the hit-and-run, but he is in stable condition.
SAPD is asking for the public's help in identifying the driver of this incident. Solsbery stated any damage to the SUV will likely be on the front left side of the vehicle. If anyone has information about this crash, or sees a faded red SUV matching the description, contact the Traffic Division at (325)657-4307. To remain anonymous, leave a tip online at http://bit.ly/SAPDTips247, via text TIP SAPD to 888777 and follow the prompts, or by phone at 1-855-TIPS-247.
Original Story
The San Angelo Police are looking for the driver of a red Ford Explorer this morning after the vehicle hit an older pedestrian crossing the street on Avenue Q, close to Bryant Blvd.
At approximately 7:15 a.m. this morning, Officer Ed Hunger said an older man was crossing the street from the south walk to the north on Avenue Q. At the same time, the driver of the red Ford Explorer was traveling westbound on Avenue Q, but failed to yield and hit him. Instead of stopping, the driver kept traveling straight on Knickerbocker Road.
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Above: This is the area where the pedestrian was hit. (Google Maps)
“We’re processing that now, and we’re looking for a red Ford Explorer,” Hunger said.
Hunger stated two witnesses did see the events that took place, and the gentleman hit was transported to Shannon Medical Center.
“We don’t know the extent of his injuries yet,” said Hunger.
The officer did say, however, that the man was talking and his injuries did not appear to be life threatening, but because of his age, officials wanted to take precautions.
Hunger said this investigation is ongoing, and more information will be released when available.
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Thank you for a map that shows where the incident happened and is easily readable with enough landmarks to help.
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PermalinkThis is one of the most dangerous intersections in the world , it is a miracle that more people have not been injured there . We cannot afford another crosswalk although it is badly needed , maybe some better lights , like the ones at the Mc Donalds on north bryant . It wouldn't hurt to lower the speed limit either , some of those big rigs are flooring it when they see the green light on as they approach the intersection .
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