Valentyna Basinger, 47, critically injured in hit-and-run at Pontiac Trail and Spring Park Drive in Walled Lake, MI
Modified Date:
Mon, 10/05/2015 - 10:14amAccident Date:
Saturday, May 16, 2015Walled Lake Police Search For Hit-And-Run Driver Who Critically Injured Woman
Anyone who might have witnessed the accident or who has any other information is urged to contact police at 248-624-3111.
Walled Lake pedestrian struck, now officials looking for hit-and-run driver
Police are searching for the driver and the vehicle, which would have damage to the hood and windshield.
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A 47-year-old woman was apparently not in a marked crosswalk when she was attempting to cross Pontiac Trail at about 10:40 p.m. and was hit by a white Pontiac G8. The car then drove away, leaving the woman at the scene with critical injuries. She remains in critical condition in the hospital after multiple surgeries. We will update this accident as more information becomes available.
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Type: Pedestrian Accident
People Involved:
Valentyna Basinger
Roadway:
Pontiac Trail and Spring Park DriveCity:
Walled Lake, MICounty:
Oakland County, MIArea:
Detroit, MI
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