One critical after South Hilltop hit-and-run

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Columbus police are searching for a person believed to have been driving a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run early Wednesday morning on the west side of the city.

According to a CPD incident report, an adult pedestrian was walking in the roadway on Ryan Avenue, approaching Walsh Avenue in the South Hilltop at 2:30 a.m. At the same time a person driving a red 2019-2021 Chevrolet Cruz was traveling northbound on Ryan Ave. when the vehicle struck the pedestrian.

The driver fled the scene without stopping or checking on the victim, who was taken to an area hospital in critical condition. Police said the victim is expected to survive their injuries.

The Accident Investigation Unit responded to the crash and is asking anyone with knowledge of the involved vehicle or driver to contact the AIU at (614) 645-4767. Those who wish to remain anonymous may contact Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at (614) 461-8477.