A young child was injured in a hit-and-run incident in the Lasalle neighborhood of Montreal, and police are currently searching for the suspect.
According to authorities, the incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon at the intersection of 90th Avenue and Centrale Street. The child, whose age and identity have not been disclosed, was crossing the street when they were struck by a vehicle. The driver of the vehicle then fled the scene, leaving the child injured on the road.
Emergency services were immediately called to the scene and the child was transported to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The exact condition of the child is currently unknown.
Police have launched an investigation into the incident and are asking for the public’s help in identifying the suspect. They have released a description of the vehicle, which is believed to be a dark-colored sedan, and are asking anyone with information to come forward.
Residents in the area are shocked and saddened by the incident, with many expressing their concern for the child and their family. Some have also raised concerns about the safety of the intersection, which is known to be busy and often has speeding vehicles.
Authorities are urging drivers to be cautious and to follow all traffic laws, especially in residential areas where children may be present. They are also reminding drivers that fleeing the scene of an accident is a serious offense and can result in criminal charges.
Anyone with information about the hit-and-run incident is asked to contact the Montreal Police Department or to call Crime Stoppers anonymously. The investigation is ongoing and updates will be provided as they become available.
