Duluth Police Investigate Hit-And-Run

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Duluth Police Investigate Hit-And-Run

By KBJR News 1

Story Published: Oct 31, 2009 at 8:30 AM CST

Story Updated: Nov 1, 2009 at 8:57 PM CST

Duluth Police are investigating a hit and run crash Saturday morning that injured a pedestrian.

Officials say the crash happened at 2:34 A.M. in the 2200-block of Rice Lake Road, just north of Campus Park Townhomes.

Authorities say the 18-year-old male victim was walking south on the shoulder of Rice Lake Road with three other friends when he was struck by a vehicle.

After the crash, police say the vehicle left the scene. The victim was transported to St. Mary's where he is in critical condition with life-threatening injuries.

Police say the vehicle is a SUV, possibly a Honda, black in color. The vehicle will have damage to the passenger side as well as a broken-off mirror.

Anyone with information is asked to call Ryan Morris with the Duluth Police at (218) 730-5655.

Thursday, Nov 5 at 7:25 PM Anonymous wrote ...

i met alex a few times and he was a super sweet boy. he is in my prayers. i know he will pull through. he had a good strong heart in him.

Monday, Nov 2 at 8:51 PM Katie wrote ...

I couldn't believe this when i saw it on the news tonight. How could anyone sit at their house knowing that they were the person that hit alex. It sickens me that not that no one has turned themselves in yet. Good luck to the family and alex. I hope you find the person that did this.

Sunday, Nov 1 at 5:46 PM Anonymous wrote ...

I totally agree with one of the previous comments of putting in a sidewalk. Why does it always have to take an accident for the city to realize things need to be re-evaluated? My thoughts and prayers go out to that person and his family. May you get all the justice you deserve and I sure hope they find the incompotent person that did this to your family and I hope they get what they deserve.

Sunday, Nov 1 at 4:05 PM Anonymous wrote ...

this is why they need to put more lights up on that road as well as a sidewalk. The city spent so much money repairing the road, is it really that hard to add a sidewalk so the runners, bikers and walkers dont have to walk on the shoulder? It shouldnt have to take someone getting hurt for this city to realize something needs to change.

Sunday, Nov 1 at 12:53 PM Grandma and Grandpa Dunn wrote ...

We love you very much Alex, and we know you are very strong and will make it throught this. A;ex, we love you lots! For the the person who did this to our Grandson, turn yourself in now!!!!

Saturday, Oct 31 at 4:45 PM Kayla Ross wrote ...

I had many classes with Alex throughout my highschool years, and I also watched him play baseketball with my older brother. I have seen how much heart this kid has and i just know that he will make it through this. Everyone is praying for you alex and i know you can do it!!!

Saturday, Oct 31 at 2:09 PM Candy wrote ...

I pray he makes it! I can't help but think this could happen to my own son or nephew. I can't imagine the things he and his family are going through right now. I hope they find the driver of that Honda too!!!

Saturday, Oct 31 at 1:04 PM Uncle Ken wrote ...

Thanks Tavi

Saturday, Oct 31 at 12:51 PM Anonymous wrote ...

I bet they live in that area. Lets face it, lots of college kids in that area and it was after bar close. Check parking lots!

Saturday, Oct 31 at 12:25 PM tavi wrote ...

My prayers are with him

Saturday, Oct 31 at 11:22 AM Uncle Ken wrote ...

Thanks Ian, much appreciated!

Saturday, Oct 31 at 11:16 AM Julie Pearce wrote ...

Any family reading this, please call the station here at 218-720-9666. We would like to speak with you.

Saturday, Oct 31 at 11:13 AM ian l wrote ...

i literary passed that exact area by DH at about the same time coming back from cub foods. at around 220, however,we were not drunk, i didnt see any people on the side of the road, and i didnt see a honda crv or pilot. I hope it turns out alright.

Saturday, Oct 31 at 10:48 AM Uncle Ken's sister Laura wrote ...

Our prayers are with you. Please God let him survive this. Our prayers are the person who did this is caught or turns themselves in. Please everyone look for this car it has to be around somewhere.

Saturday, Oct 31 at 10:42 AM Uncle Ken wrote ...

Thank you in advance to my fellow Minnesotans, I know you won't let our family down!

Saturday, Oct 31 at 10:40 AM Uncle Ken wrote ...

Anyone with information about the vehicle is asked to call Duluth Police Crash Investigator Ryan Morris at 218-730-5655. If you spot a vehicle that matches the description, police ask that you call 911 and - if possible - get license plate information from the vehicle.

Saturday, Oct 31 at 10:30 AM Anonymous - NO more - This is Uncle Ken wrote ...

I can't believe know one found this vehicle yet, please, if you live in the area take a drive around town and see if you can find it, the more eyes the better!!! Please help!!! The vehicle is described as a newer, black, small SUV, possibly a Honda. The vehicle will have damage to the passenger-side front and possibly its hood, and will have a broken-off passenger-side mirror. Anyone with information about the vehicle is asked to call Duluth Police Crash Investigator Ryan Morris at 218-

Saturday, Oct 31 at 9:50 AM anonymous wrote ...

Let's all pray for the young man. I hope this wasn't an off duty police officer again.

Saturday, Oct 31 at 9:47 AM Morgan Cekalla wrote ...

There is only running after an incident of this nature. You will be caught. Penalties are in place for people who run. Turn yourself in now and save this family more anguish than they are already experiencing.

Saturday, Oct 31 at 9:34 AM Anonymous wrote ...

This is my nephew who was hit, he was my ring barrer at my wedding when he was 2, if you know who did this, do the right thing and call the police asap!!! Anyone who believes in prayer, please pray for him!!! He is a great kid and did not deserve this!!!

Saturday, Oct 31 at 9:19 AM Anonymous wrote ...

This is my nephew who was hit. Anyone please, if you have any information? Please come forward

Saturday, Oct 31 at 9:01 AM tavi wrote ...

I hope the guilty party does the right thing and comes forward.

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