Brian Watson, 43, in critical condition after being struck by car that fled the scene while crossing road at McHenry Avenue and Briggsmore Avenue in Modesto, California
Modesto police seek driver involved in hit-and-run that leaves pedestrian badly injured
Officers with the Traffic Safety Unit are asking for help locating the driver of the vehicle involved, which appears to be a white or silver sedan. Officers also want to speak with a witness who was driving behind that car.
Hit-And-Run In Modesto Leaves Man With Major Injuries
Modesto police say the incident happened just after 6 a.m. at the intersection of McHenry and Briggsmore avenues. Officers say a person was trying to cross against a no-walk signal when they were struck by a car going through the green light.
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