Crime & Safety
Lake County, IN Hit-and-Run: 15-Year-Old Seriously Injured Oct 15
Cedar Lake, IN – A 15 year old boy suffered serious injuries Thursday evening after being struck by a vehicle that fled the scene in Cedar Lake, prompting police to release surveillance footage and as
By Cameron Hayes · 2026-10-16T17:45:58.603Z
Cedar Lake, IN – A 15 year old boy suffered serious injuries Thursday evening after being struck by a vehicle that fled the scene in Cedar Lake, prompting police to release surveillance footage and ask the public for help identifying the driver.
According to the Cedar Lake Police Department , police and firefighters responded around 7:48 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, to a reported pedestrian hit and run near 9810 W. 133rd Ave., in Lake County, south of the Chicago metropolitan area.
Investigators determined the teenager had been running along the sidewalk in front of Burger King before attempting to cross West 133rd Avenue toward the north side of the roadway.
While crossing, the boy was struck by a westbound vehicle. Police said the driver did not stop and continued west toward Wicker Avenue, also known as U.S. 41.
The teenager sustained serious injuries and was transported to an undisclosed medical facility. Authorities have not released additional information about his condition.
Police Searching for Possible Kia Soul
Investigators believe the vehicle involved may be a gray or silver Kia Soul or a similar small SUV.
Police said the vehicle likely has damage to its front driver's side and may also have a damaged or broken windshield.
The department released surveillance footage showing a vehicle traveling westbound around the time of the collision. Authorities are asking residents and drivers to review the footage and report any information that could help identify the vehicle or its driver.
How to Contact Investigators
Anyone who witnessed the crash, recognizes the vehicle or notices a matching SUV with recent damage is encouraged to contact Cedar Lake Deputy Police Chief Carl Brittingham at 219 374 5416, ext. 1702 , or email carl.brittingham@cedarlakein.gov .
Police also advised witnesses to call 911 with information.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities have not announced an arrest.