Crime & Safety

Falmouth Hit-And-Run: Suspect SUV Found, Police Say

Falmouth police said a man pedestrian was struck and seriously injured on Oyster Pond Road.

FALMOUTH, MA — The suspect vehicle in a Falmouth hit-and-run last week has been located, police announced Wednesday. The vehicle is a Buick Enclave sport utility vehicle, according to Falmouth police Lieutenant Douglas DeCosta. The driver was not identified and no charges were immediately announced.

The crash happened Friday night on Oyster Pond Road at the intersection of Nobska Road Friday. The victim, a 24-year-old Falmouth man, was walking on the road when the Buick driver struck and seriously injured him. The driver then fled the scene. The victim was transported to Falmouth Hospital and then a Boston-area hospital due to the extent of his injuries.

DeCosta said officers recovered the suspect vehicle's rear bumper insert, which fell off due to the impact of the crash.

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