Suffolk County police are looking for a hit-and-run driver that seriously injured an unidentified man in Huntington Station on Monday night.
The victim was walking in the westbound lane of Jericho Turnpike when he was struck by a vehicle in front of the 7-Eleven at the corner of Thorney Avenue at 10:36 p.m., police said.
The victim was dragged for about 500 feet before being dislodged from the vehicle in front of the Walt Whitman Motor Lodge. The driver fled the scene.
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The victim was taken to Huntington Hospital, where he is listed in serious condition with life-threatening injuries.
Second Squad detectives ask anyone who may have witnessed the crash to call them at 631-854-8252 or call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-220-TIPS. All calls will be kept confidential.
