Hammond, Indiana – A hit-and-run crash early Tuesday injured a 72-year-old man at a busy Hammond intersection, prompting a public search for the driver involved.
According to the Hammond Indiana Police Department, the crash occurred at approximately 4:13 a.m. Tuesday at the intersection of Calumet Avenue and Chicago Street. Preliminary information indicates a black SUV was traveling southbound on Calumet Avenue when it allegedly struck the man as he was crossing the roadway.
Police said the vehicle fled the scene immediately after the collision, leaving the injured pedestrian behind. Emergency responders transported the victim to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. As of Tuesday, he was listed in stable condition, authorities confirmed.
The department’s Hit-and-Run Division is actively investigating the incident and is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the driver or vehicle involved. No suspect description beyond the black SUV has been released.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Hammond Police Department’s Hit-and-Run Division at (219) 852-2940. Police said tips can be provided anonymously and emphasized that even small details may help advance the investigation.
Calumet Avenue is a major north-south corridor used heavily by commuters and early-morning workers, making the area a frequent site for pedestrian and vehicle traffic during overnight and early hours.
The investigation remains ongoing. No charges have been filed as of Tuesday, and police have not released surveillance footage or additional details about the SUV.
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