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Skateboarder Tyler Bullock, 22, critically injured by hit-and-run driver on 2000 North and 550 West in Provo, Utah

Modified Date: 
Thu, 10/22/2015 - 4:03pm
Accident Date: 
Tuesday, September 30, 2014

Skateboarder critically injured in hit-and-run

The hit-and-run occurred near 2000 North and 550 West around 7:30 p.m., according to Provo police. Tyler Bullock, 22, was riding his skateboard along the road when he was hit by a passing vehicle. Witnesses told police the driver of the vehicle stopped momentarily after hitting Bullock, then drove away. Bullock was thrown to the side of the road by the impact and received serious head injuries. 

Provo police looking for hit and run driver

They say the dark colored sedan may have a broken windshield and damage on the front end.

Skateboarder's condition upgraded after hit-and-run; police ask for public's help

Police describe the vehicle as a 1990s, "medium color" sedan. Anyone with information about the accident can contact the Provo Police Department at 801-852-6255.
Bullock was transported to Utah Valley Regional Medical Center in critical condition. No description of the vehicle or the driver involved in the hit-and-run is available at this time. Anyone with information about the accident should contact the Provo Police Department at 801-852-6255.

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Type: Pedestrian Accident
Topics: 
Hit and Run, Skateboard
People Involved: 
Tyler Bullock
Roadway: 
2000 North and 550 West
City: 
Provo, UT
County: 
Utah County, UT
Area: 
Salt Lake City, UT

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