WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Major Crash Unit of the DC Metro Police Department is investigating an accident that took place at the intersection of New Jersey Avenue and P Street in Northwest D.C.
This incident happened on Thursday evening. At 7:31 pm, an adult male who was operating a stand-up scooter was struck by a white Mazda CX-5 SUV. The driver of the Mazda left the scene. The victim was brought to a nearby hospital suffering from life-threatening injuries. He remains in critical condition.
Police are asking for help identifying the vehicle and the driver of the Mazda.
A nearby surveillance camera captured the suspect. If you have any information about the identity of this vehicle or have any information about this incident, please take no action but call the police at (202) 727-9099 or text your tip to the Department’s TEXT TIP LINE at 50411.