Providence police searching for car that allegedly hit pedestrian and fled

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — The Providence Police Department is asking for the public’s help searching for a car they said hit a pedestrian and did not stop.

According to a spokesperson for Providence police, the accident happened on December 31, 2023, at approximately 7:17 p.m. at the intersection of North Main Street and Rochambeau Avenue.

Police said the suspect car fled the scene before the police arrived and the victim was taken to an area hospital for treatment.

The suspect vehicle is described as being a dark-colored SUV, possibly a Jeep Commander, likely with front-end damage.

The Providence Police Department shared this photo of what the suspected hit and run car may look like.

Anyone with information about the accident is asked to contact the Providence Police Department Traffic Bureau at 401-523-2930.