According to Philadelphia Police, a 28-year-old woman was critically injured when struck by a hit-and-run vehicle in the Oak Lane section of town on Thursday afternoon. Here are the details:
On Thursday, September 20, 2012, at approximately 5:44 PM, a pedestrian was walking northbound on 10th Street when she attempted to cross the street at the intersection of 10th Street and Godfrey Avenue.
The pedestrian was struck by an unknown vehicle that was travelling westbound on Godfrey Avenue.
The female victim (28 years old) was transported to AEMC where she is listed in critical condition.
The striking vehicle (possibly a Ford Windstar or Chrysler Town and Country – green or turquoise in color) was being operated by an unknown black female (heavy set, wearing glasses) and was last observed traveling northbound on 15th Street. As a result of the impact, the striking vehicle should have heavy front end / hood damage as well as a broken front windshield.
Anyone with information on the striking vehicle, please contact the Accident Investigation Division at 215-685-3180 / 3181 or call 911.