Pontiac, MI – A 31-year-old man riding his bicycle in Pontiac was fatally struck Thursday night in a hit-and-run crash that Oakland County deputies are now investigating.
According to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred around 11:07 p.m. on Baldwin Avenue near Rundell Avenue. Authorities say the man, whose identity has not yet been released, was hit by a black Jeep Grand Cherokee while riding his bicycle northbound. The driver allegedly fled the scene without stopping to render aid.
Sheriff Michael Bouchard called on the public Friday to assist in identifying those involved. “We are seeking the public’s help to locate and identify the individual involved in this hit-and-run fatal crash,” Bouchard said in a statement. “We are seeking anyone with information that could help bring this individual to justice.”
A witness told deputies the Jeep was followed onto a side street, where both the driver and a passenger reportedly exited the damaged SUV and left in another vehicle—a silver Chevrolet Malibu.
The victim, identified only as a Pontiac resident, was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators said speed likely played a role in the crash. The Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Unit is leading the investigation.
Anyone with information about the Jeep Grand Cherokee or the occupants is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP. A reward of up to $2,000 is being offered for tips that lead to an arrest. Informants can remain anonymous.
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