Police Seek Info on Driver Who Hit A Motorcyclist and Ran

FROM SAN ANGELO POLICE PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER: The suspect in yesterday’s Hit & Run crash has been identified. He turned himself in this afternoon. His name is not being released at this time due to the ongoing investigation. He is a 24-year-old San Angelo resident. We will send an update as soon as there is more information available. Thank you all for the coverage- we believe it may have motivated him to come forward.

San Angelo Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a hit and run suspect who left a crash scene after injuring a motorcyclist early this morning.

At approximately 7:50 a.m. this morning, the driver of a silver colored, older model Buick passenger car was traveling south on Gunter Street when it ran the stop sign at Avenue Q and collided with a motorcycle that was eastbound in the intersection.  The driver of the Buick did not stop after the collision and was last seen headed eastbound on Avenue R.  Witnesses at the scene told police the suspect was a Hispanic male. 

The 44-year-old driver of the motorcycle was transported to San Angelo Community Medical Center for treatment.  His condition is unknown at this time.

Police believe the Buick will have impact damage to the back right side.  If you have any information about the identity or whereabouts of the suspect or vehicle, please call Officer Steven Quade at 325-657-4253.  To remain anonymous, call the SAPD’s 24 hour Tip Hotline at 1-855-TIPS-247.  You can also text your tips, text “TIP SAPD” plus the info to 888777.  You can submit Tips online at http://local.nixle.com/tip/san-angelo-police-department/

Location of the alleged hit-and-run crash: