According to local authorities, a Philadelphia police officer was hurt in a hit-and-run accident in the Hunting Park neighborhood of North Philadelphia early yesterday morning. The officer’s patrol car was traveling west when it collided with another civilian vehicle on West Luzerne Street just after one in the morning, according to FOX29.
The driver of the other vehicle did not stay at the scene after the collision, and investigators are now asking the public for tips as they attempt to identify the person who caused the collision. The officer, who is a member of the Neighborhood Services Unit, was taken right away to Temple University Hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries, according to CBS Philadelphia.
Police are attempting to learn more about the driver and the car involved in the hit-and-run, which happened at the junction of West Luzerne and North 7th streets, as part of the ongoing investigation, as reported by ABC. The driver’s condition after the crash is unknown, however the officer’s status is considered stable.
To help find and charge the driver who fled the scene, investigators are asking anyone with information to come forward in the wake of the crash. They stress that all information will be kept private and can be sent anonymously. Tips can be sent by texting the same number or by calling 215-686-TIPS (8477).
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