Powhatan County, VA – Virginia State Police are searching for a silver SUV involved in a hit-and-run on Sunday morning. The crash occurred around 7:20 a.m. on Route 60 near Academy Road.
A 2003 Ford Ranger, preparing to turn into a driveway, was rear-ended by the silver SUV. The collision caused the Ranger to hit a power pole and overturn, striking several trees. The truck’s driver suffered serious injuries and was taken to a local hospital. A dog inside the Ranger is missing.
According to police, the SUV left the scene and continued westbound on Route 60. Authorities say the suspect vehicle likely has significant front-end damage on the passenger side.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Trooper W.M. Boelt at (804) 379-8645 or Virginia State Police Division 1 Dispatch at (804) 750-8758. Video footage of the crash is available online from two angles to assist the investigation.
