Pedestrian left injured by hit-and-run driver in Kensington

Publish Date: 2023/08/28

SAN DIEGO, CA — A 29-year-old man was hospitalized early Saturday after being struck by a vehicle whose driver fled the scene in San Diego’s Kensington neighborhood, reports ABC10 News.

The San Diego Police Department said the incident occurred in the 3300 block of Adams Avenue, shortly before 2:00 a.m.

An early investigation shows the victim was traveling westbound on foot when a vehicle, traveling in an unknown direction, struck him. The vehicle, which the victim has only described as a white sedan, continued away from the scene without stopping.

First responders rushed the victim to an area hospital for injuries considered non-life-threatening, including a broken left arm and a broken nose.

The SDPD’s Traffic Division continues to investigate and search for the fleeing driver. Anyone who may have relevant information is urged to call the SDPD watch commander at 858-495-7800. Crime Stoppers can also be reached at 888-580-8477.

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