Milwaukee hit-and-run crash; pedestrian struck, police search for vehicle

Juneau and Van Buren, Milwaukee

A pedestrian was struck by a hit-and-run driver near Juneau and Van Buren in Milwaukee on Monday night, Dec. 1.

Pedestrian hit 

What we know:

According to Milwaukee police, around 8:40 p.m. a silver SUV hit a pedestrian who had just exited their vehicle. 

Following the collision, the driver fled southbound on Van Buren Street. 

The 26-year-old pedestrian was taken to the hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries.

Based on surveillance footage and vehicle debris left on scene, the silver SUV is believed to be a second-generation Jeep Compass Latitude. The model years for the second generation Jeep Compass are 2017-2024. 

This vehicle is believed to have significant damage to the front passenger side. 

Jeep Compass 

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Police tips

What you can do:

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Milwaukee police at 414-935-7360, or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 414-224-Tips or P3 Tips.    

The Source: The information in this post was provided by the Milwaukee Police Department. 

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