Jan 24, 2024

Police ask for help to ID minivan in KC-area hit-and-run

Posted Jan 24, 2024 12:00 PM
Security camera image Independence Police
Security camera image Independence Police

KANSAS CITY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a hit-and-run that seriously injured to pedestrians.

Just before 7:30p.m. Tuesday, a vehicle struck two pedestrians at Winner Road and Appleton Avenue in Independence, according to a media release .The vehicle fled the scene and the pedestrians sustained serious injuries.

Police are asking for help in identifying the driver of the red or maroon minivan as seen on security cameras. It was last seen westbound on Winner Road.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Sgt. Buck at [email protected] or by phone at 816-325-7300.