(WXYZ) — Westland police say a suspect is now in custody after a 15-year-old John Glenn High School student was injured in a hit-and-run Thursday morning.
Police say the teen was struck while walking to school around 6:46 a.m. near Newburgh and Marquette.
Officials say the vehicle was a dark-colored compact SUV-style vehicle. The driver reportedly ran a red light and struck her before leaving the scene continuing southbound on Newburgh.
The teen is at a nearby hospital with serious injuries, police say.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Westland Police Department at 734-722-9600.
Police say the Wayne Westland School District has a crisis team available at the high school to offer support.
