Pierce County, WA – A 32-year-old pedestrian was critically injured in a hit-and-run crash late Friday night in Pierce County, prompting an ongoing search for the driver allegedly involved.
According to the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office, the collision happened Friday, April 10, at approximately 10:15 p.m. along Canyon Road. Deputies said the victim was struck by a pickup truck that allegedly fled the scene immediately after impact, leaving the pedestrian with serious injuries.
Investigators reported that evidence collected at the scene indicates the vehicle involved is believed to be a dark-colored 1994–2000 Chevrolet Silverado. Authorities said the damage to the truck is allegedly concentrated around the front center grille area, based on debris recovered at the crash site.
Emergency responders, including Graham Fire crews, were seen assisting at the scene as law enforcement began gathering evidence and interviewing potential witnesses. Officials have not released the identity of the victim but confirmed the individual remains in critical condition as of this report.
The sheriff’s office is urging the public to come forward with any information that could help identify the driver or locate the vehicle allegedly involved. Deputies emphasized that even small details, including sightings of a damaged Silverado matching the description, could be critical to the investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office non-emergency line at (253) 287-4455.
The investigation remains active, and authorities continue to canvass the area for additional leads as they work to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash and identify the person allegedly responsible.
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