West Branch Police seek driver who hit pedestrian with car and drove off

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11/10/22

West Branch Police are looking for a suspect who reportedly hit a pedestrian with their car, then fled the scene.

The West Branch Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the driver of a dark purple or black Lincoln sedan. The driver was described as a white female with brown hair and wearing glasses.

Police say the vehicle struck a pedestrian within the crosswalk on Parkside Dr. and E. Main St. Monday afternoon at approximately 3:30 PM. The car then left the scene prior to emergency personnel arrival.

Anyone who can identify the car or driver is urged to call 319-643-2222. For more information, go to the City of West Branch Government Facebook page.