Boy In Critical Condition, RivCo Deputies Seek Hit-And-Run Driver

PERRIS, CA — The driver of a dark-colored full-size pick-up truck was sought Thursday in connection with a hit-and-run in Perris that left a child in critical condition, the Riverside County Sheriff's Department announced.

The hit-and-run was reported shortly after 6:30 p.m. Wednesday near the intersection of West 3rd Street and South C Street, according to the department. When deputies arrived they found they found the juvenile in the street with serious injuries.

The truck driver crashed into a parked vehicle a short distance away, tried to flee the wreck, and hit the juvenile during the escape, witnesses told deputies.

The child was crossing the street with his family when he was hit, according to the witnesses. The driver fled the scene.

The boy was sent to a local hospital in critical condition. An update on his condition was unavailable Thursday afternoon.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Deputy Roberto Torres of the Perris Station’s Traffic Team at 951-210-1000. Those who wish to remain anonymous can call crime stoppers at 800-78-CRIME (800-782-7463) or leave anonymous information on the Crime Tips Online Form.