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Oak Park Police Seek Dark Sedan in Hit-and-Run That Killed 71-Year-Old Veteran

Surveillance video indicates the collision happened about three hours before officers reached the scene.

Overview

  • Officers responded around 5:20 a.m. on Nov. 22 to West Nine Mile Road near Harding Street and found the man in the grass.
  • Investigators say the 71-year-old victim, a wheelchair-bound veteran, was in the road when he was struck.
  • The driver fled in a dark-colored sedan believed to be a Kia or Hyundai, and the vehicle was headed eastbound after impact.
  • Lifesaving measures were attempted at the scene, but the victim was pronounced dead.
  • The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is assisting the investigation, and tips can be directed to Oak Park Public Safety at 248-691-7447.