Sumter PD work to identify driver after runner injured during hit-and-run crash

Runner injured in hit, run crash; SPD works to identify driver involved

SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO)– Sumter Police are investigating a hit-and-run after a runner was injured during a crash last week, said officers.

Sumter Police Department said officers received a call before 9:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 5, about an 18-year-old man lying in the road near Ellerbee Street.

The 18-year-old was running east on Hauser Street when he was hit by a car that did not stop.

Investigators say the runner is recovering at home after being treated at an area hospital for a head wound and other injuries received during the hit-and-run.

Information gathered so far indicates a dark-colored car, possibly an older model Nissan Altima hit the runner.

The car would have sustained damage to its front end, said Sumter PD.

Anyone who might have seen anything or has information that can help, should call the Sumter Police Department at 803-436-2700.

Tips can be submitted by calling CrimeStoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC, going online at P3tips.com, or by using the P3tips app.